{"product_id":"wen-xuan-or-selections-of-refined-literature-three-volumes","title":"Wen Xuan, or Selections of Refined Literature [Three Volumes]","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrinceton, New Jersey: Princeton University Press, 1982-1996. First Edition (presumed; no prior editions or printings cited). Octavo quarter bound in green baords with tan buckram; 3 volumes; 24 cm Near fine; volume 1 shows slight shifting to text block, else a very clean and tight set. Hardcover. ISBN: 9780691053462\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree Volumes.  A text of central importance to the Chinese literary tradition, the Wen Xuan was compiled by Xiao Tong (501-531) and is the oldest surviving anthology of Chinese literature arranged by genre. These volumes, the first three of a planned eight-volume translation of the entire work, contains thoroughly annotated translation of the first section of the Wen xuan, the rhapsodies on the metropolises and capital. | Translated, with annotations and introduction by David A. Knechtges |  **Somewhat heavy, large set. Additional shipping fees may be requested, especially for expedited, priority, or international orders. Please inquire**\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tong, Xiao","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47213864288514,"sku":"106193","price":543.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/4412\/1602\/files\/106193.jpg?v=1768076270","url":"https:\/\/bibliope.com\/products\/wen-xuan-or-selections-of-refined-literature-three-volumes","provider":"Bibliope","version":"1.0","type":"link"}