大珠小珠

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. It''s 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 people''s 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.