ANALECTS OF CONFUCIUS WITH ORIGINAL TEXT, MODERN CHINESE, ANNOTATION AND PINYIN
Differing from other existing versions, this English translation of the Analects is made to be extremely accessible. It consists of not only the original text, but also the Pinyin, and the modern Chinese translation. Annotations of the original words are also included in this translation of the Analects. In addition, it contains introductions to the related historical figures and events within the context of the historical period. The simplified language used allows for an easier understanding of the outdated dialect in the classic text. Illustrations of people, utensils, architectures, and musical instruments also provide a vivid and straightforward representation of what is described in the original Analects.
Differing from other existing versions, this English translation of the Analects is made to be extremely accessible. It consists of not only the original text, but also the Pinyin, and the modern Chinese translation. Annotations of the original words are also included in this translation of the Analects. In addition, it contains introductions to the related historical figures and events within the context of the historical period. The simplified language used allows for an easier understanding of the outdated dialect in the classic text. Illustrations of people, utensils, architectures, and musical instruments also provide a vivid and straightforward representation of what is described in the original Analects.