Translating Theories: Bridging Chinese Literature and Culture with Western Theories

Guohua Zhu unveils the last two decades of Chinese literary theory and research, offering a glimpse into the evolving dialogue between Eastern and Western theoretical frameworks within China's cultural landscape.

Initially focussing on unique Chinese literary phenomena, Zhu’s research culminates in the critical examination of the effectiveness of Western theories within the Chinese cultural context. Drawing upon works from key Chinese literary figures, the book offers a comprehensive understanding of literary realities in China and the constructive roles played by Western theories in Chinese cultural activities. Through detailed examinations of literary canonization processes, cultural identity formation, and the challenges facing art criticism in the digital age, the volume provides readers with nuanced insights into the complex interplay between traditional Chinese artistic values and modern global influences.

A vital resource for students and scholars in Chinese literature, Sinophone studies, cultural studies, Chinese diaspora and overseas Chinese studies.

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Translating Theories: Bridging Chinese Literature and Culture with Western Theories

Guohua Zhu unveils the last two decades of Chinese literary theory and research, offering a glimpse into the evolving dialogue between Eastern and Western theoretical frameworks within China's cultural landscape.

Initially focussing on unique Chinese literary phenomena, Zhu’s research culminates in the critical examination of the effectiveness of Western theories within the Chinese cultural context. Drawing upon works from key Chinese literary figures, the book offers a comprehensive understanding of literary realities in China and the constructive roles played by Western theories in Chinese cultural activities. Through detailed examinations of literary canonization processes, cultural identity formation, and the challenges facing art criticism in the digital age, the volume provides readers with nuanced insights into the complex interplay between traditional Chinese artistic values and modern global influences.

A vital resource for students and scholars in Chinese literature, Sinophone studies, cultural studies, Chinese diaspora and overseas Chinese studies.

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Guohua Zhu unveils the last two decades of Chinese literary theory and research, offering a glimpse into the evolving dialogue between Eastern and Western theoretical frameworks within China's cultural landscape.

Initially focussing on unique Chinese literary phenomena, Zhu’s research culminates in the critical examination of the effectiveness of Western theories within the Chinese cultural context. Drawing upon works from key Chinese literary figures, the book offers a comprehensive understanding of literary realities in China and the constructive roles played by Western theories in Chinese cultural activities. Through detailed examinations of literary canonization processes, cultural identity formation, and the challenges facing art criticism in the digital age, the volume provides readers with nuanced insights into the complex interplay between traditional Chinese artistic values and modern global influences.

A vital resource for students and scholars in Chinese literature, Sinophone studies, cultural studies, Chinese diaspora and overseas Chinese studies.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781040676929
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Publication date: 12/16/2025
Series: Interdisciplinary and Transcultural Approaches to Chinese Literature
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 268

About the Author

Guohua Zhu is Changjiang Scholars Program Distinguished Professor, dean of School of International Chinese Studies, East China Normal University, editor-in-chief of TSLA (Theoretical Studies in Literature and Art), and chair of Chinese Association of Literary Theory, specializing in Eastern and Western literary theories. His books include The Cultural Logic of Power: Bourdieu’s Sociological Poetics (2016 expanded edition).

Riccardo Moratto is Distinguished Professor (特聘教授) at the School of Foreign Studies (SFS), Tongji University, Deputy Director of the Research Center for Chinese Discourse and Global Communication, AIIC member, expert member of the Translators Association of China (TAC), Standing Council Member of WITTA, and member of numerous other associations. Prof. Moratto would like to acknowledge the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities.

Table of Contents

Editorial Introduction - The Critical Vision of Professor Guohua Zhu: Bridging Eastern and Western Literary Discourse

Preface

Acknowledgements

1. Transforming Knowledge into Wisdom—On the Logical Starting Point for Literary Criticism

2. Literary Criticism in the Age of Mass Media

3. The Dilemma of Literary Criticism in the Age of Mass Media: A Case Study on the “Bai-Han Debate”

4. The Possibility of Literary Canonization

5. On the Conceptual Distinctions Between Highbrow Literature and Popular Literature

6. Art After the End of Art: Challenges and Possibilities

7. Cognition and Wisdom: “The End of Art” from a Trans-contextual Perspective

8. On Lin Yutang’s Perspective on Humor

9. Choosing the Harsh Winter—An Interpretation of Lu Xun’s Nihilism

10. Some Reflections on Jin Yong Studies

11. A Bittersweet Journey Through Culture

12. On Cui Jian’s Lyrics as Modern Popular Poetry

13. On the Vilification of Wang Anshi

14. “Women Pursuing Men” in Chinese Literature

15. On Duiwen as a Genre for Spiritual Complaint

16. Cultural Identity and Reinvention of Classics in China

17. Do the Chinese Also Dwell Poetically? — A Brief Discussion on the Contextual Conditions for the Aestheticization of Everyday Life

18. Several Levels of Academic Language — With a Discussion on Obscurity

Index

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