Ancient and Modern Famous Couplets of Homesickness

Author: Meng Zhifei, Huang Tamao (Editor-in-Chief)
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
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Couplets, also known as "yinglian" in elegant terms and "duizi" in colloquial language, are a unique and fragrant bloom in the garden of Chinese literary arts. They are a treasured part of traditional ethnic culture, widely cherished by the people. Among the artistic, research, and practical values of couplets, the practical value is the greatest. In the past, they were commonly used for imperial examinations to select talent, in literary exchanges where scholars exchanged couplets, and when visiting famous scenic spots or historical sites, people would compose couplets spontaneously. Even in matters of matchmaking or seeking companions, some high-minded scholars and refined individuals used couplets for announcements. In modern times, with societal progress and the improvement of people's cultural literacy, the use of couplets has become even more widespread. In folk life, they are employed during festivals, weddings, birthdays, funerals, moving into new homes, celebrations, and the opening of businesses. As a practical literary form, couplets are evergreen and enduring. This book is entirely designed for reader convenience, categorizing couplets according to actual usage habits—a true method for practical couplets compendiums. A Collection of Famous Couplets Reflecting Nostalgia is written by overseas Chinese or other individuals who compose couplets reflecting the anecdotes and emotions of overseas Chinese descendants, as well as the nostalgic couplets of Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan compatriots. It expresses the sincere feelings of overseas Chinese and compatriots from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan for their homeland and their patriotic nostalgia. From different perspectives and levels, it reflects the deep love of overseas Chinese for the Greater China.