House

Author: Ding Dang
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Publish Date: 2002-07-01
Features: The third generation of Chinese poetry movement in the 1980s gave rise to numerous poetic groups and schools. Although the vibrant poetry movement has passed, it is undeniable that the outstanding poets active in the 1980s created poetic miracles. Their works have never been systematically and comprehensively published. This volume showcases the exceptional writing and linguistic marvels of ten poets, some already established in the literary world and others yet to emerge. Nearly three decades have passed since the advent of contemporary Chinese poetry in the 1970s. Despite the distinct spiritual atmospheres and material forms of each era, poets have achieved remarkable accomplishments. These achievements have directly or indirectly shaped modern Chinese, bringing profound and significant changes to the language. As a written language, modern Chinese has gradually matured and refined through the efforts of several generations of poets. Over time, this will become increasingly evident. The purpose of this poetry anthology is to trace the lineage of contemporary Chinese poetry, systematically and valuably introducing outstanding poets and their works, aiming to fill the void in mainland Chinese poetry publishing. Houses collects over seventy poems by Ding Dang, a representative poet of the third generation of the poetry movement. The direct, bold, and unrestrained language; the concise, lively, and well-balanced rhythm; the free, pure, and impactful essence; as well as the pervasive atmosphere of destruction and the heart-stirring force in the poems—all leave a profound impression. Without a doubt, Ding Dang is a contemporary troubadour who emphasizes anti-operation.