The Beauty of Life
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Summary
"Life aesthetics" embodies the traditional Chinese sense of life,观念 of living, and pursuit of meaning—not only a study of "aesthetic living" but also a path to happiness in pursuit of "the good life."
*The Beauty of Life* seeks to recover the Chinese tradition of life aesthetics. Through nine dimensions—the beauty of seasons, of place, of human appearance, of tea, of objects, of dwelling, of travel, of the literati, and of character—it delineates the profound wisdom of Chinese life aesthetics, exploring how to achieve an aestheticized life and generate a tradition of living that harmonizes sorrow and joy, thereby establishing a "heart for beauty" in Chinese life.
Editor's review
Who it's for
A good fit for
- General readers interested in life aesthetics and the contemporary transformation of traditional culture
- Those hoping to enhance aesthetic experience and find order in daily life
- Students in the humanities and social sciences seeking an introductory text on life aesthetics
- Readers who enjoy essayistic academic writing and are willing to read slowly and attentively
Not a good fit for
- Readers expecting a systematic textbook of aesthetic theory or strict academic argumentation
- Those preferring fast-paced practical tips with immediate results
- Readers with little interest in traditional Chinese culture
Reading tips
- Begin with the table of contents' nine dimensions, choose two or three chapters closest to your own life for close reading, then return for an overview.
- After each chapter, note on a single page one small, actionable aesthetic practice, such as adjusting a tea table or a corner of a room.
- Read alongside its companion volume *The Beauty of Art* to see how life aesthetics and art aesthetics illuminate each other.
About the publisher
Founded in 1984, Anhui Literature and Art Publishing House is a professional literary and art publisher. Its collection of 389 titles spans classic works, essays and miscellaneous writings, Eastern philosophy, folk literature, classical literature and design. Representative books include Lao She's Camel Xiangzi, Laozi's Dao De Jing, Luo Guanzhong's Romance of the Three Kingdoms, and the Shakespeare drama collection featuring Hamlet, King Lear, Macbeth and Othello, with Zhu Shenghao's translations adding luster to the series. Its author resources range from classic Chinese and foreign writers such as Lao She, Laozi, Luo Guanzhong and William Shakespeare to translators and authors including Zhu Shenghao, Li Chensen and Liang Sicheng. The publisher is characterized by its balance of Chinese and foreign literary classics with traditional culture titles, combining scholarly value with popular reading. Public information is limited, and the above is based mainly on the books in the collection.
Contents
- 版权信息
- 导语 为华夏生活立“美之心”
- 天时之美
- 地缘之美
- 人貌之美
- 饮茶之美
- 长物之美
- 栖居之美
- 游览之美
- 文人之美
- 人格之美
- 结语 走向文明中国的“生活美学”
- 后记 以情为本的“生活美育”
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About the author
Liu Yuedi is an author in the Chinese book market whose writing centers on aesthetics and the culture of everyday life. Three of his works are currently included in the database: Famous Educators' Course on Aesthetic Education, The Beauty of Nature, and The Beauty of Life. These titles suggest that his writing largely revolves around aesthetic education, the appreciation of nature, and the aesthetics of daily life, and his books are often grouped under social culture, theory, and literary appreciation. Because public information is limited, his nationality, dates of birth and death, education, and specific career details cannot be confirmed; the available information comes mainly from the works themselves. In terms of subject matter, he tends to translate abstract aesthetic theory into accessible reading, guiding readers to discover and understand beauty in nature and in everyday life. His language is plain and readable, with an emphasis on popularization. This kind of writing offers some reference value for spreading aesthetic education and everyday aesthetics, and is suitable for general readers who wish to begin exploring aesthetics and aesthetic education.
