Personality Matters: Selected Readings from A New Account of the Tales of the World (Philosophy and Literature Lecture Series)
Mr. Kwok Tsz Ki (Writer, author of Jet Lag and A Door) |
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2:30 PM – 4:00 PM |
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9F FORUM, Eslite Bookstore, Causeway Bay |
Moderator: Dr. Kwong Chun Man (PhD, University of Oxford; Lecturer, Department of Social Sciences, Hang Seng University of Hong Kong)
Abstract:
A New Account of the Tales of the World is a classic collection of anecdotal literature from the Wei and Jin dynasties. It features a wide range of poignant, charming, and humorous stories—some as short as two lines, others spanning several paragraphs. The book introduces vivid and eccentric figures such as Ruan Ji, Ji Kang, and Liu Ling. Its distinctive and concrete portrayal of “personality” exemplifies the unique strengths of literature.
Language: Cantonese
Walk-in event, no registration required
Organized by: Department of Philosophy, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Enquiries:
Phone: 3943 7135
Email: philosophy@cuhk.edu.hk
Instagram: @cuhkphilosophy
Philosophy and Literature Lecture Series
Literature is part of our everyday life—whether poetry, prose, novels, or drama, all forms of literature express human emotions and experiences. Our growth is inseparable from literature, yet we seldom reflect deeply: What is the relationship between literature and philosophy? For instance, is literature a vehicle for conveying philosophical ideas? Or is literature independent from philosophy, possessing its own unique qualities and charm? This lecture series will explore literature from ancient Greece, France, and China’s Wei-Jin and Song-Ming periods, examining the complex relationship between literature and philosophy—whether as allies or adversaries.