Yuquan Temple
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Who it's for
A good fit for
- Readers interested in modern Chinese history and changes in folk society
- Literary lovers who appreciate calm, delicate narratives with literary texture
- Thinkers seeking spiritual solace who resonate with themes of faith, memory and inheritance
- Readers who appreciate regional cultural writing and have a preference for northern customs and landscapes
Not a good fit for
- Readers of popular fiction seeking strong plot, fast pacing and dramatic conflict
- Readers expecting explicit religious doctrine or practice guides
Reading tips
- Reading in a relatively quiet environment is recommended to better immerse oneself in the atmosphere and mood it creates.
- Pay attention to descriptions of natural scenery and architectural spaces, which are often extensions of characters' inner states.
- Do not rush the plot; try to appreciate the resonance of the spaces between words and the echoes of history.
About the publisher
Jilin Literature and History Publishing House is a professional publisher specializing in literature, history, and social science titles, with publishing areas covering culture, theory, historical reading, military affairs, classical poetry, and medicine. Its list includes historical and military works such as National History 001: The Tragedy of the Southern Ming and Naval Battles 006: The Russian Navy before and after the Russo-Japanese War, as well as the "Chinese Culture Knowledge Reader" series, which covers Sun Tzu and military thought, ancient tea ware and Zisha art, Song Huizong Zhao Ji's contributions to painting, the Book of Songs, and Hai Rui. Medical works such as How a Famous Doctor Diagnoses Patients are also represented. Authors include Jin Kaicheng, Yang Liang, Zha Youyin, Luo Dalun, Zhiwen Fenghuo Studio, and Theodore Dodge. The press combines the popularization of literary and historical knowledge with focused research, forming a publishing profile centered on traditional culture readers and balancing academic and general reading.
Contents
- 版权信息
- 《中国文化知识读本》编委会
- 关于《中国文化知识读本》
- 一 当阳玉泉寺
- （一）地理环境
- （二）发展历史
- （三）寺庙景观
- （四）玉泉寺的教派
- （五）高僧传
- （六）典故传说
- 二 邢台玉泉寺
- （一）地理环境
- （二）发展历史
- （三）人文景观
- （四）高僧与教派
- （五）民间传说
- 三 泰山玉泉寺
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About the author
Gao Yan is an author about whom limited public information is available. Three works are currently known under this name, touching on such varied fields as design, finance, and inspirational personal growth. Judging from these titles, the author does not confine himself to a single subject but moves between practical and humanistic concerns. The Core Skills Handbook for Internal Trainers reflects an interest in professional training and the methods of passing on skills, with a practical, hands-on orientation. Every Breaking Is a Rebirth turns toward inspirational growth, exploring how people cope with setbacks and rebuild themselves. Yuquan Temple, in turn, shows an interest in cultural subjects and narrative writing. The wide range of these three works suggests an author willing to try different fields, with a style that may combine practicality and readability. Because details of the author's life and professional background remain unclear, a fuller account of his creative development is not yet possible; readers may learn more about his concerns and manner of expression through the individual works.
