Chinese classical literature could be divided into seven stages: 1. The period of the Book of Songs: from the 11th century to the 6th century. This is the earliest work in the history of Chinese literature, including a large number of poems and songs. 2. The period of Chu Ci: from the 6th century to the 3rd century B.C. This was the famous period of lyric poetry in the history of Chinese literature, during which many outstanding poets and writers emerged. 3. The Analects of Confucius Period: 5th century B.C. to 1st century B.C. This was an important period in the history of ancient Chinese thought. The words and deeds of Confucius and his disciples became an important part of ancient Chinese thought and culture. 4. The period of Tao Te Ching: 3rd to 1st century B.C. This was an important period in the history of ancient Chinese philosophy. Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching became one of the core works of ancient Chinese philosophy. 5. Dream of the Red Chamber: 18th to 19th century. This was the period of the famous long novel in the history of Chinese literature." Dream of the Red Chamber " was one of the representative works of this period. 6. Water Margins: 18th to 19th century. This was the period of the famous novel in the history of Chinese literature. Water Margins was one of the representative works of this period. 7 Journey to the West period: 18th century to 19th century. This was the period of the famous novel in the history of Chinese literature. Journey to the West was one of the representative works of this period.