This textbook [From Oracle Bone to Weblog] introduces a new systematic approach to the classical literary Chinese language.

The sayings of Confucius, the strategies of Sunzi, the poems of Du Fu, and innumerable other texts by Chinese thinkers and authors down through the ages were written in Classical Chinese. Featuring plenty of practical exercises and a gradual buildup of vocabulary, From Oracle Bone to Weblog: A Classical Chinese Reader is a step-by-step guide through Classical Chinese grammar. The text selections are of ascending difficulty, taken from various historical periods and literary genres. Informative asides provide insight into traditional context and contemporary usage. With numerous illustrations, copious notes, and references to relevant literature, this book is a veritable gateway to Chinese history and culture.