Publisher's Synopsis
Ancient Chinese Songs For The Greater Festivals is a book written by Charles F. Horne. It is a collection of traditional Chinese songs that were sung during the major festivals in ancient China. The book includes lyrics, translations, and explanations of the historical and cultural significance of each song. The songs cover a range of themes, from the celebration of the harvest to the worship of ancestors and gods. The book provides an insight into the rich musical heritage of ancient China and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Chinese culture and history.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient China, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100006.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
