The journey of beauty

This book is a classic of Chinese aesthetics. Reflecting years of research, author Li Zehou meticulously and intimately presents the Chinese people's appreciation of beauty throughout history. With exquisite illustrations, this book even more vividly captures this magnificent journey of Chinese aesthetics.
"The Process of Beauty" is a monumental book (or rather, several monumental books), a history of Chinese aesthetics and art, a history of Chinese literature, a history of Chinese philosophy, and a history of Chinese culture. How many works like Feng Youlan's can there be? They are rare indeed. To complete such a "process of beauty" in a volume of over 100,000 words, with a sweeping vision and unstoppable force, and to achieve the "heaven's net is vast, leaving nothing untouched," meticulously detailed where necessary, lingering where necessary, meticulously detailed, and logically flowing. Through this seemingly casual pilgrimage, one can touch upon the spiritual history of an ancient civilization. This truly requires a monumental feat.
"The Process of Beauty" is truly a book written with vigor and talent. The title alone speaks volumes: "Dragon and Phoenix Dance." "Bronze Taotie." It evokes the elegance of the Wei and Jin dynasties, the sounds of the prosperous Tang dynasty, not to mention the vibrant musical flourishes every few pages. In fact, "The Process of Beauty" can be considered a work of art. It fully demonstrates Li Zehou's artistic prowess. —Yi Zhongtian

2009-07-01

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