Appreciation of Patriotic Poems Through the Ages

Author: Jiang Xuejun
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Publish Date: 2001-01-01
Features: This book includes nearly two hundred poems, arranged chronologically. The upper limit begins with "Wuyi" and "Zai Chi" from the Book of Songs, compiled in the 2nd century BC, and the lower limit ends with Mao Zedong's "Qiushi · The People's Liberation Army Occupies Nanjing" in 1949, showcasing the development of patriotic Chinese poetry. The book provides detailed accounts of the time, place, and historical conditions under which each poem was written, as well as thorough explanations of the historical facts mentioned in the verses. This helps readers understand why the poets created each piece, further deepening their comprehension of the thematic ideas. At the end of the book, an appendix lists over twenty significant historical events since the Jin Dynasty, each accompanied by a concise yet comprehensive introduction.