Classical Chinese Literature: Themes and Contexts
( 30 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Classical Chinese Literature
Overview of the course, importance of classical Chinese literature, and key concepts

Module #2
Ancient Chinese Philosophy and Literature
Exploration of early Chinese philosophical texts, such as the Analects and the Dao De Jing, and their influence on literature

Module #3
The Shang Shu () and the Book of Odes ()
Analysis of two of the most important ancient Chinese texts, including their historical context and literary significance

Module #4
The Han Dynasty and the Rise of Classical Prose
Discussion of the Han dynastys impact on literature, including the development of classical prose and the emergence of notable writers

Module #5
The Poetry of the Han and Wei Dynasties
Exploration of the poetry of the Han and Wei dynasties, including the works of Sima Xiangru and Cao Zhi

Module #6
Buddhism and the Development of Chinese Literature
Analysis of the impact of Buddhism on Chinese literature, including its influence on poetry and fiction

Module #7
The Tang Dynasty:The Golden Age of Chinese Literature
Overview of the Tang dynastys cultural and literary achievements, including the poetry of Li Bai and Du Fu

Module #8
The Poetry of Li Bai and Du Fu
In-depth analysis of the poetry of two of Chinas most celebrated poets

Module #9
The Rise of Prose Fiction in the Tang Dynasty
Discussion of the development of prose fiction in the Tang dynasty, including the works of Shen Jiji and Han Yu

Module #10
The Song Dynasty:Lyric Poetry and Ci ()
Exploration of the lyric poetry and ci forms that emerged during the Song dynasty

Module #11
The Poetry of Su Shi and Ouyang Xiu
Analysis of the poetry of two prominent Song dynasty poets

Module #12
The Development of Vernacular Fiction in the Song and Yuan Dynasties
Discussion of the emergence of vernacular fiction, including the works of Pu Songling and Qu You

Module #13
The Yuan Dynasty:Drama and the Emergence of the Zaju () Form
Exploration of the development of drama in the Yuan dynasty, including the works of Wang Shifu and Guan Hanqing

Module #14
The Ming Dynasty:The Novel and the Emergence of the Xiaoshuo () Form
Discussion of the development of the novel in the Ming dynasty, including the works of Wu Chengen and Luo Guanzhong

Module #15
The Qing Dynasty:The Rise of Elegance and the Emergence of the Ci () Form
Exploration of the development of ci poetry in the Qing dynasty, including the works of Nalan Xingde and Cao Xueqin

Module #16
Women in Classical Chinese Literature
Analysis of the representation of women in classical Chinese literature, including their roles and agency

Module #17
Classical Chinese Literature and the Construction of Chinese Identity
Discussion of how classical Chinese literature has contributed to the construction of Chinese identity and cultural heritage

Module #18
The Legacy of Classical Chinese Literature
Exploration of the ongoing influence of classical Chinese literature on modern Chinese culture and literature

Module #19
Translation and Interpretation of Classical Chinese Literature
Discussion of the challenges and complexities of translating and interpreting classical Chinese literature

Module #20
Comparative Perspectives on Classical Chinese Literature
Analysis of classical Chinese literature in comparison with other literary traditions, including Greek, Roman, and Arabic

Module #21
Literary Theory and Classical Chinese Literature
Application of literary theory to the study of classical Chinese literature, including structuralism, poststructuralism, and postcolonialism

Module #22
The Historical Context of Classical Chinese Literature
In-depth analysis of the historical context of classical Chinese literature, including social, political, and economic factors

Module #23
Classical Chinese Literature and the Natural World
Exploration of the representation of nature and the environment in classical Chinese literature

Module #24
Classical Chinese Literature and the Human Condition
Analysis of how classical Chinese literature represents the human condition, including themes of love, loss, and mortality

Module #25
Classical Chinese Literature and the Supernatural
Exploration of the representation of the supernatural and mythological in classical Chinese literature

Module #26
Classical Chinese Literature and the Concept of Time
Analysis of how classical Chinese literature represents and understands time, including the concept of cyclical time

Module #27
Classical Chinese Literature and the Concept of Space
Exploration of how classical Chinese literature represents and understands space, including the concept of the natural world

Module #28
Classical Chinese Literature and the Body
Analysis of how classical Chinese literature represents the human body, including themes of desire, pleasure, and suffering

Module #29
Classical Chinese Literature and the Construction of History
Discussion of how classical Chinese literature has contributed to the construction of Chinese history and cultural heritage

Module #30
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
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Classical Chinese Literature: Themes and Contexts ( 30 Modules )

Classical Chinese Literature: Themes and Contexts
( 30 Modules )