3. China
Chinese civilization is the oldest
civilizations in the world that dates back
to the Shang Dynasty in 1765 B.C.
China is known as “The Red
Dragon”.
4. Zhou Dynasty that followed by the Shang Dynasty was
the period when the philosophies of the Confucianism,
Taoism and Legalism originated.
It is the longest dynasty in Chinese history which lasted
from 1122 B.C. to 256 B.C
5. Confucius
Perhaps the greatest philosopher of the
world has known.
The word “Confucius” is the westernized
form of name Kung Fu-tze.
Kung – Confucius’ proper name
Fu – revered
Tze – teacher
Books:
1. The Analects of Confucius
2. The Wisdom of Confucius
6. The finest era of Chinese literature was the
Tang Dynasty (618-907), when known poets
created landmark works unrivalled elsewhere in
the world.
7. Tu Fu
He is known as a poet-
historian for his portrayal of the
social and political disorders of his
time and is also noted for his
artistry and craftsmanship.
His works as a poet reveal his
loyalty and love of the country, his
aspirations and frustrations, his
unbounded sympathy for the sad
plight of the common people.
Literature in China
Famous Poets in Tang Dynasty
8. Li Po
Or Li tai Po, was one of
the leading Chinese poets of
the 8th century. His writings
deal with the good things of
life with the pathos of human
destiny, love, friendship,
wine, nature, and simple
village living.
Literature in China
Famous Poets in Tang Dynasty
9. Wang Wei
He excelled in imagery,
and his poems often hold a
subtle metaphysical flavor
testifying to his long study of
Buddhism. Many of his works
are such perfectly crystallized
visual images that they became
favored subjects of later artists.
Literature in China
Famous Poets in Tang Dynasty
10. In modern times, Chinese writers have
remained prolific. Though the social impact of
literature may be as monumental as it was in the
past, the Chinese literary tradition is
nevertheless prosperous.
Notable writers:
Mo Yan
One of his famous works:
“Sandalwood Death”
Literature in China
11. In modern times, Chinese writers have
remained prolific. Though the social impact of
literature may be as monumental as it was in the
past, the Chinese literary tradition is
nevertheless prosperous.
Notable writers:
Yu Hua
One of his famous works:
“ To Live”
Literature in China
12. In modern times, Chinese writers have
remained prolific. Though the social impact of
literature may be as monumental as it was in the
past, the Chinese literary tradition is
nevertheless prosperous.
Notable writers:
Wang Shuo
One of his famous works:
“Please Don’t Call Me Human”
Literature in China
13. In modern times, Chinese writers have
remained prolific. Though the social impact of
literature may be as monumental as it was in the
past, the Chinese literary tradition is
nevertheless prosperous.
Notable writers:
Shi Tiesheng
One of his famous works:
“ The Journey of Thought”
Literature in China
19. The earliest writings
from ancient Japan are:
The Records of Ancient
Matters in Kojiki (A.D.
712)
The Chronicles of Japan
or Nihongi (A.D. 720)
Literature in Japan
21. Noh Play
It is the national theater of Japan.
The oldest surviving form of Japanese
theater. It combines music, dance, and
acting to communicate Buddhist themes.
Literature in Japan
22. Bunraku/ Joruri Play
Also known as the “Doll Theater” or the
puppet play.
The puppets are beautifully made and
lifelike in size. The strings are expertly
manipulated and the dialogue are realistically
interpreted.
Literature in Japan
23. Kabuki Play
The play of the masses.
It is less intellectual, more realistic and
sensational.
Literature in Japan
24. Japanese Poetry
Man Shu (Collection
of Myriad Leaves)
The oldest
collection of poetry
compiled in 800 A.D.
Literature in Japan
28. Ever since the Meiji Restoration in the 19th
century, Western influences have penetrated
Japanese literature.
In the genre of drama, playwrights who became
notable for creating world-renowned works like:
Abe Kobo
Literature in Japan
Woman in the Dunes
29. Ever since the Meiji Restoration in the 19th
century, Western influences have penetrated
Japanese literature.
In the genre of drama, playwrights who became
notable for creating world-renowned works like:
Mishima Yukio
Literature in Japan
“Two Plays” by Yukio
30. Korea
Known as the “Land of the Morning Calm”
in South Korea, while “The Hermit
Kingdom” in North Korea.
31. Korea was established in 918 by King Taejo of Goryeo
dynasty.
The name “Corea” was attested in English in early 1614
and the name “Korea” was used in the 19th century until
today.
The English name Korea derives from the word Goryeo.
32. Korean is the official language of both North and South
Korea.
Korean has borrowed much vocabulary from the Chinese.
Korean alphabets are called as Hangul in South Korea and
Chosungul in China and North Korea.
33. Korean Literature
Early Korean literature was
heavily influenced by Shamanism,
Buddhism and Confucianism.
Began as an oral tradition.
34. Korean Literature
Good was rewarded
Evil was punished
Loyalty to the King
Respect for one’s elders
True friendship
etc.
…were emphasized.
36. Korean Literature
A new form of poem
developed after the Goryeo
dynasty and was called as shijo
which is a 3-line poem with 14
to 16 syllables each.
37. Korean Literature
Modern Korean literature
gradually developed under the
influence of Western cultural
contacts based on trade and
economic development.
38. Korean Literature
The first printed work of
fiction in Korean was John
Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress
(Cheonno-yeokjeong in Korean).
Christianity found its way
into Korea, having the first
complete edition of Bible in
Korean published in 1910.
39. Korean Literature
The Korean war, which
led to the creation of North and South
Korea, has created an indelible mark on
Korean literature.
Themes of
alienation, conscience,
and disintegration have
been present in Korean
works since 1950s.
40. Korean Literature
The Korean war, which
led to the creation of North and South
Korea, has created an indelible mark on
Korean literature.
Self-identity has also
become a strong theme in
Korean literature such as
poems, novels, plays.
41. References:
Redoblado. (2017). Contemporary Literature: 21st Century Literature from
the Philippines and the World. Brilliant Creation Publishing, Inc.
https://www.slideshare.net/kazumaki/asian-literature
https://biography.yourdictionary.com/wang-wei
https://www.slideshare.net/AbbieLaudato/korean-literature-23552326
http://sejongculturalsociety.org/writing/current/resources/sijo_samples.ph
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Notas do Editor
Tu Fu is more affective in his works by showing sympathy to himself, to others and to the country.
Li Po is more on the positivity of the negativity.
Metaphysical – philosophy or study that uses broad concepts to help define reality and our understanding of it. (not easily discovered/ experienced in everyday life).
Kojiki -the first written record in Japan, part of which is considered a sacred text of the Shintō religion. The Kojiki is an important source book for ceremonies, customs, divination, and magical practices of ancient Japan.
Nihongi - It is a compilation of myths and legends concerning the Shinto gods and episodes from the reigns of the early emperors.
“Hyakunin isshu”
Manifestation of this include the pioneering of modern Japanese novels, translation of poetry from the West, and the reinventions of traditional Japanese poetic forms like tanka and the haiku.
Manifestation of this include the pioneering of modern Japanese novels, translation of poetry from the West, and the reinventions of traditional Japanese poetic forms like tanka and the haiku.