中国文化教程Unit 24.pptVIP

* Cuju Flew Higher than Birds Many ancient Chinese paintings depict scenes of cuju. 元 钱选 宋太祖蹴鞠图 Cuju Flew Higher than Birds Cuju is said to have first appeared in the ancient era of the Yellow Emperor. Cuju is said to have been invented by the Yellow Emperor, or during the Warring States Period. It was originally a method to train soldiers, and through cuju, soldiers of talent can be found. For enjoyment, soldiers like to play it when they are free from duty.“ — Miscellanies (Bielu) by Liu Xiang of the Han Dynasty Cuju Flew Higher than Birds but historical documents record clearl