“Chinese Essence”: the treasure of sinology and ancient wisdom

Abstract

“Chinese Essence” written by Wang Chonglu, translated from Chinese version of "National Essence: the Humanistic Inheritance" by two Surindharaja-award translators; Charn Tanaprakob and Asst. Prof. Kanokporn Numtong, Ph.D. (poetry part translator and editor). The book in Thai version is published by Chuan An Books (2022). Critically acclaimed, the book was selected as China’s Best Book in 2017. The content started from Introduction part, “Inheritance: Confidence in Culture” (as the 1st chapter), along with another designated 4 sections as “Ancestor: Pulse of Life” (as the 2nd – 13th chapter), “Humanities: Living Symbol” (as the 14th – 21st chapter), “Rivers and Mountains: Land of Civilization” (as the 22nd – 27th chapter) and “Legacy: Sagacity of Being” (as the 28th – 35th chapter). Each section was harmoniously written in 35 chapters in sequence from author’s Chinese- historical point of view during his mainland journey.