Yuan Hung-tao and the Kung-an School

Explore the intricate world of Ming dynasty literature with "Yuan Hung-tao and the Kung-an School" by Chih-P'ing Chou. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2006, this engaging study spans 184 pages and delves into the fascinating rise and fall of the Kung-an school, providing invaluable insight into Chinese literary criticism during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. Professor Chou examines the innovative literary theories of Yüan Hung-tao (1568-1610) and his brothers, offering readers a nuanced understanding of their impact on the evolution of Chinese literature. This book is an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike, shedding light on a pivotal moment in literary history. Discover the profound influence of Yüan Hung-tao and the Kung-an school's significance in the broader context of Asian literary studies.