One reason could be that the fictional and imaginative elements in fantasy novels make them harder to analyze academically. Also, the genre might not align with traditional academic research interests and methodologies.
Maybe because fantasy novels are often seen as pure entertainment and not considered serious literature.
There are many reasons for people to read books, one of the most important reasons is that reading books can help us acquire knowledge and skills. Through reading books, we can learn about different cultures and historical backgrounds, expand our thinking and vision, and improve our language expression and writing skills. In addition, reading can also enhance our reading and writing skills, improve our social skills and competitiveness. Reading books could also help people obtain spiritual satisfaction and pleasure. Through reading excellent literary works, we can feel the author's emotions and thoughts, and obtain spiritual enlightenment and comfort. Reading can also improve our humanity and aesthetic standards, making us love life and the world more. Reading is a beneficial activity that can help us achieve better development in all areas of life. Therefore, we should try our best to read all kinds of books and constantly expand our knowledge and vision to improve our overall quality and ability.
There were many names of the study halls of ancient Chinese scholars. 1 Wen Zhengming's study was called "Wen Zheng Pavilion" and was located in the Forbidden City in Beijing. 2 Xin Qiji's study was called Dongli, located in Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province. 3 Lu You's study was called "Nanxuan", located in Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province. 4 Su Shi's study was called "Red Cliff" and was located in Dazhou, Sichuan Province. 5 Ouyang Xiu's study was called "Drunkard Pavilion" and was located in Chuzhou, Anhui Province. 6 Li Qingzhao's study was called Yi 'an Hall, located in Jinan, Shandong Province. 7 Wang Bo's study was called "Tengwang Pavilion", located in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province. 8 Yang Wanli's study was called "Chengzhai" and was located in Wuyuan, Jiangxi Province. 9 Xin Qiji's study was called "Sapphire Case" and was located in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province. Ten weeks later, the study was named "Luoshui Villa" and was located in Luoyang, Henan Province.
There are many reasons why scholars do not enter the official career. The following are some of the possible reasons: 1. Personal ideals: literati usually have the spirit of pursuing freedom, independence, and the pursuit of truth. They believe that their ideals and pursuits can be realized through scientific research and literary creation, rather than through political power. 2. Political darkness: In history, many literati deeply felt the darkness and corruption of politics. They believed that political power often led to the damage of individual and group interests. The intelligence of literati was often difficult to gain an advantage in political struggles, so they were unwilling to join political groups. 3. social pressure: literati are usually regarded as cultural elites in society, and their works are regarded as cultural representatives. If literati joined political groups, they might lose their social status and prestige, so they were unwilling to take such risks. 4. Not suitable for politics: Many literati think that politics is not suitable for their personal personality and values. For example, they may not like to communicate and cooperate with others or they may lack leadership skills and cannot play a role in political groups. There were many reasons why scholars did not become officials. Every scholar had their own reasons and choices.
We study fiction to gain insights into human nature and the complexity of life. It offers entertainment while also teaching us valuable lessons and fostering empathy.
The title of "Jushi" originated from the Buddhist culture of ancient China. In Buddhism,"householder" referred to a practitioner who was mainly engaged in agricultural production and charity and abided by Buddhist ethics and norms. In traditional Chinese culture, the term " layman " first appeared in The Analects of Confucius, which referred to those practitioners who did not pursue power and wealth but took charity and service as their main duty. Later on, the title of "layman" gradually evolved into a respectful title for laymen, especially in ancient Chinese literature. In novels, the term " householder " was often used to describe those practitioners who had charity and service as their main life goals, such as those who sought peace of mind in the secular world or those who volunteered and served in the city.
Scholars believe Atlantis was fictional for several reasons. First, there's a lack of consistent and reliable records about it. Also, the descriptions of Atlantis often seem too fantastical to be real.
The couplet in the study of the top ten scholars in ancient China referred to the decoration of the study consisting of ten couplets. These couplets were all written by ancient scholars, reflecting their cultural cultivation and aesthetic taste. The following is a brief introduction of these ten couplets: 1 Couplet: Gao Siyuan is deep and shallow. [2] Couplet: Learning is rich, five cars are talented, eight buckets are high. 3 Couplet: A gentleman who walks in the sky is constantly striving for self-improvement. A gentleman who is good at geography carries all things with great virtue. 4 Couplet: relaxed and happy, not shocked by favor or humiliation, watching the flowers bloom and fall in front of the court. I have no intention of going or staying. I wander with the clouds rolling and spreading outside the sky. 5 Couplet: Seeking truth from facts and striving for perfection. 6 couplet: erudite interrogation, careful thinking, clear discernment and honest conduct. 7 Couplet: The sea accepts hundreds of rivers, it is great to have tolerance; The wall stands thousands of feet without desire, it is hard. 8 Couplet: Reading thousands of books, walking thousands of miles, crossing hills and ravines, naturally acting. 9 Couplet: Taoism is governed by inaction. 10 couplet: Bird perches by the pond, tree monk knocks on the moon door.
The couplets of the well-known literati's study usually expressed the unique atmosphere and taste of the study in concise and refined language, which had extremely high artistic value and cultural significance. Below are some famous couplets from the study of scholars for you to enjoy: 1 Wen Zhengming's couplet: " I don't want to be famous among the princes, but I want to starve to death in the mountains." 2. The couplet of Shi Tao's study: " Ten years of catastrophe, ten thousand miles of sad autumn, often a guest; eternal song, hundred generations, leaving fragrance forever." 3 Van Gogh's Study couplet: " Sunset clouds and lone ducks fly together in autumn water, sharing the same color in the sky." 4 Liang Qichao's couplet: " The green mountains do not change, the green water flows forever, and the endless scenery is at the dangerous peaks." 5. Kang Youwei's couplet in the study: " Ten thousand volumes of books in Tianlu Pavilion, a lifetime of reading Haixia Building." These couplets expressed the deep feelings of the literati towards books, culture, and life, displaying their unique aesthetic taste and artistic talent.
The reason why ancient scholars were called "great scholars" was because they had profound academic cultivation and moral demeanor, and enjoyed a high status and influence in the academic world and social life. The term " great scholar " first appeared in the Han Dynasty to describe scholars who were erudite, virtuous, and had profound academic attainments. These great scholars were often called " doctors " because they had achieved high academic achievements and had high social status and influence. Later on, the word " doctor " gradually evolved into the word " great scholar " to describe those scholars who had an important position in academia and social life. In ancient times, the term " great scholar " not only represented their outstanding achievements in the academic field, but also their noble moral and moral qualities. These great scholars usually had a wealth of knowledge and profound insights. The theories and perspectives they proposed had a profound impact on the social and political systems of the time. At the same time, they also had a high sense of social responsibility and moral cultivation, often making important contributions to society and the people. Therefore, in ancient society, the great scholars were regarded as the highest class of scholars, a symbol of culture and morality.
We study short stories for several reasons. They give us quick insights into various themes and characters. They also help us improve our comprehension and analytical thinking.