Wu Xinghua Poetry and Prose Collection. Volume

Author: Wu Xinghua
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Publish Date: 2005-02-01
Features: The Collected Works of Wu Xinghua include his essays, literary theories, and translations of foreign literature. This collection also features critiques of his poetry by experts and essays by his friends recalling him. Wu Xinghua's poetry had a significant influence in the 1930s and 1940s. His unique insights include his exploration of the essence of poetry, the relationship between modern poetry and tradition, and his research on Western theater theory. The translated works in this collection are novels, essays, and plays by several renowned foreign authors. The essays are imbued with romanticism, while the novels are filled with witty satire, tight plots, and humorous language, making them delightful to read. The recollections and critiques of Wu Xinghua are written by distinguished scholars and close friends. Through these articles, one can decipher the profound meanings in his works and gain insight into the tragic life of a young, brilliant Chinese poet who was a "genius spark" that "could bridge the past and the future" but died too young.