Song Ci Selected and Commented

Author: Tao Wenpeng, selected, translated, and commented
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Publishing Date: 2006-08-01
Features: Song Ci (a type of Chinese poetry) represents the artistic peak in the history of Chinese lyric poetry. For hundreds of years, it has been beloved by readers for its rich emotional depth and unique artistic charm. This book selects classic works of Song Ci, providing detailed annotations and insightful critiques, along with some exquisite illustrations. It will help readers better appreciate the enchanting beauty of Song Ci and gain more life experiences and aesthetic refinement. The modern scholar Wang Guowei once said, "Each era has its own literature" (Examination of Song and Yuan Drama). Song Ci, like Chu Ci, Han Fu, Tang Poetry, and Yuan Qu, is an unparalleled literary achievement of its time that later generations cannot match. During the Song Dynasty, there were numerous talented poets, with masters among them. This series selects the most brilliant essence from the vast body of Chinese literary and historical works. These works not only excel in literary craftsmanship but also represent the intellectual forefront of their respective eras. A group of renowned scholars from one of China's most authoritative academic institutions—the Institute of Literature at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences—have immersed themselves in these classics, savoring their essence and applying their knowledge and talent to provide in-depth yet accessible annotations, explanations, and critiques. They guide readers into a higher and broader realm of literary and historical studies.