大珠小珠: Big Pearls and Small Pearls

Lu Xing is one of the well-known writers in China. This book is a collection of mottos maxims epigrams proverbs thoughts perceptions ideas etc. he wrote throughout his life. These words are often glittering and inspiring. Its not only an enjoyment but also educational to read this collection. Following are a few examples: Birds are kept in cages because they like to show off their voices.Splendor fireworks revel in peoples praise of their blossoms but they are not aware that the acme they have reached are the beginning of falling.Starts are discernable only at night although they also exist during daytime.