Goodbye,: Complete Poems of Xu Zhimo

Author: Xu Zhimo
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: The flourishing of modern Chinese literature in the 20th century produced many talented writers. In fiction, Lu Xun was revered as the paramount figure; in prose, Zhou Zuoren was considered a master of his generation; and in modern poetry, Xu Zhimo could not be mentioned without. Even if Xu Zhimo did not hold the leading position in the field of modern poetry, he was undoubtedly one of the few outstanding representatives. It is quite apt to say that Xu Zhimo represents a spirit—a spirit of personal independence and freedom from restraint, as he himself declared: "I believe I have my own unique qualities. I have never surrendered to this world, nor have I been bound by it." This self-awareness, depth, and seriousness of being different, not surrendering, and not being restrained are not only reflected in his understanding of society and life, his pursuit of love and marriage, but also in his poetic and prose creations. Xu Zhimo's successful works, such as "Goodbye to Cambridge," "Accident," "Shanyangla," and "Sea Rhythm," are undoubtedly modern poetry masterpieces defined by form, rhythm, and artistic realm, making them widely celebrated and still beloved today. The unique style and charm of Xu Zhimo's modern poetry in expressing himself are truly captivating.