300 Songs of the Song Dynasty with Annotations and Analysis

Author: Shen Jiuzhuang
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Publishing Date: 2004-04-01
Features: This book has the following characteristics:
1. The original Zhu family collection only contained 283 pieces, but 17 additional pieces have been added to complete the total of 300. The added pieces are marked with an asterisk () in the right corner of the title in the index to distinguish them.
2. For the first appearance of a poetic form, the notes explain the creator or origin of the form and the reasons for its selection, for the reader's reference.
3. For the first appearance of an author, the notes introduce their life, career, major literary achievements, and stylistic features of their works. The number of preserved works by the author in Quanshou Ci is also noted for reference.
4. The annotations are concise yet detailed, focusing on the interpretation of cultural and historical facts and the etymology of obscure or difficult words, catering to readers of different cultural backgrounds and comprehension levels.
5. The critical analysis is brief yet vivid, emphasizing the artistic essence of the works, the interpretation of famous and excellent lines, and the structural analysis of the composition. It not only aids the reader's artistic appreciation but also enhances their aesthetic skills and interest, as well as inspiring readers to think creatively and understand the art of writing.
6. After the critical analysis of each chapter, one to three typical comments from critics are generally quoted to deepen the reader's understanding and appreciation of the works.
This book selects 300 pieces of ci poetry from renowned Song Dynasty poets in different styles, providing annotations and appreciations. The annotations offer clear, precise, and detailed explanations of the origins of poetic forms, the background of authors, and the etymology of obscure or difficult words. The appreciative part is concise, vivid, and elegant in writing, focusing on the artistic essence of the works, the interpretation of famous and excellent lines, and the structural analysis of the composition. It not only aids the reader's artistic appreciation of the book but also fosters the aesthetic interest and skills of scholars.