The book "Xuyuan, Volumes 17-20" belongs to the classic works of Chinese literature of the Han period. The author is Liu Xiang, a prominent Chinese philosopher, writer and historian. In his work, he collected a wide range of sayings, proverbs, sayings and anecdotes reflecting various aspects of Chinese life and wisdom. The book "Xuyuan" is an important source for the study of Chinese culture, customs and philosophy of that time. Thanks to Liu Xiang's compilation, the reader gets the opportunity to better understand the spiritual heritage of China and immerse himself in the world of wisdom and experience of past generations. The publication of volumes 17-20 of Xuyuan is an important literary landmark that deserves the attention of fans of classical Chinese literature and anyone interested in Eastern sources of wisdom.