Chinese literature and poetry is rife with the contemplation of fallen civilizations and lost grandeur.
Sending vibes of gratitude and solidarity, Andrew!!
Thanks Josh. At least the Mongols haven't invaded........ yet.
I’m glad you liked the Ma Zhiyuan translation!
Fun (?) fact about that opening line from Three Kingdoms: it’s actually a late addition (1679) by the father and son duo Mao Lun and Mao Zonggang, themselves both leftovers/遺民 from the Ming who survived into the Qing dynasty. We’re all 遺民 now.
Those Ming leftovers had a LOT of perspective!
Sending vibes of gratitude and solidarity, Andrew!!
Thanks Josh. At least the Mongols haven't invaded........ yet.
I’m glad you liked the Ma Zhiyuan translation!
Fun (?) fact about that opening line from Three Kingdoms: it’s actually a late addition (1679) by the father and son duo Mao Lun and Mao Zonggang, themselves both leftovers/遺民 from the Ming who survived into the Qing dynasty. We’re all 遺民 now.
Those Ming leftovers had a LOT of perspective!