Chen Liang, Notes and Annotations on the Lyrics of Longchuan

Author: Chen Liang
Publisher:
Publish Date: 1998-03-01
Features: When modern scholars discuss Chen Liang of the Song Dynasty, they often focus on his political essays and select his lyric poems mainly within the realm of graceful and ornate works. In reality, Chen Liang, as a close friend of Xin Qiji, shared his spirit of resisting the Jin forces and advancing north, as well as his patriotic indignation and fervor, mirroring Xin’s sentiments. His lyric poems also belong to the bold and unrestrained school, with the Longchuan Ci (Dragon River Lyrics) even surpassing Xin Qiji’s in its boldness and unrestrained vigor. The words are heartfelt, with little artificiality, and the artistry is exquisite and unique. Jiang Shuguo has collected 74 lyric poems from the Longchuan Ci, providing detailed annotations with a commitment to accuracy. He often expresses personal insights without losing balance, offering profound inspiration to readers.