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The book ""Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Medieval China"" by Charles F. Horne is a comprehensive study of the literature and sacred texts of medieval China. The author explores the rich cultural and religious heritage of China, examining the major philosophical and religious traditions of the time, including Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism.The book provides an in-depth analysis of the key texts and literary works of medieval China, including the Tao Te Ching, Analects, and the I Ching. The author also explores the role of literature in Chinese society and examines the ways in which literature was used to convey moral and ethical values, as well as to entertain and educate readers.The book is well-researched and provides a detailed understanding of the cultural and historical context of medieval China. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in Chinese literature, philosophy, or religion, and provides a valuable insight into the rich cultural heritage of this fascinating country.Taoism, the Most Popular among a Thousand Religions; Tao-Teh King, or Book of the Virtues of the Tao; The ��Divine Classic�� of Chuang-Tze, the popularizer of Taoism; Later Taoist Texts; Yin Pu King; The Imperial Mandate Raising Lao-Tze to Godhood; Thai-Shang, the most popular Taoist Book; The Works of Mencius the Founder of Confucianism as the State Religion, plus more!This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.