Du Fu

Author: Jiang Lai, Xiao Fen / Country: Mainland China
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Publishing Date: 2006-08-01
Features: This book vividly and authentically records the tortuous and (troubulent) life of the great realist poet Du Fu. He was born in the golden age of the Tang Dynasty and, from a young age, studied diligently, setting his sights on serving his country. However, despite his profound literary knowledge, Du Fu was not highly regarded by the emperor. During the An Lushan Rebellion, he endured even greater hardships, once trapped in bandit camps and wandering for years. These experiences allowed him to compose many timeless masterpieces, such as "The Three Officials" and "The Three Partings." Du Fu's poetry reflects his deep concern for the nation and its people, characterized by its profound and moving tone, sincerity, and rich social content, as well as its distinct historical flavor. It perfectly unites artistic and ideological depth, and has been widely celebrated for over a thousand years. Du Fu is revered by later generations as the "Sage of Poetry" and the "Poet of the People."