An introductory yet trenchant exploration of select Chinese classic texts that cover the domains of classical literature, history, philosophy, and fine arts.
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Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings
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Reviewed on Jan 28, 2018
The course is very interesting, but it is very difficult to get the materials.
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2019
This was an enjoyable course and a good way to get familiar with these basic texts of Chinese thought.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2017
Interesting: old Chinese professor speaks good English, class kind of short.
Recommended if you're interested in Arts and Humanities
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