Commentary on Three Hundred Tang Poems (Complete Illustrated Edition)

Author: (Qing) Hengtang Tuishi (Compiler), Ma Chenren (et al.) (Editors)
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Publishing Date: 2001-01-01
Features: China is a nation of poetry, and the Tang Dynasty was an era of great development in ancient Chinese poetry. Tang poetry has become one of the finest spiritual legacies of the Chinese nation, with a profound and far-reaching influence. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, there was a popular saying: "Familiarize yourself with 300 Tang poems, and even if you cannot compose poetry, you will be able to recite it." This colloquial expression vividly illustrates the exemplary role of Tang poetry in people's study of poetry. The number "300" not only echoes the classical allusion of "300 poems" but also cleverly conveys the attitude of selecting and utilizing the essence of Tang poetry. The Three Hundred Tang Poems includes various forms such as five-character ancient poems, seven-character ancient poems, five-character regulated poems, seven-character regulated poems, five-character quatrains, seven-character quatrains, and Yuefu. With this single volume in hand, one gains a comprehensive view of poetic forms, undoubtedly aiding in appreciation and study. Secondly, it is a collection of masterpieces. The poems selected in The Three Hundred Tang Poems are mostly the finest works of Tang poetry and represent the lifetime achievements of the poets. Most of the included poems are by renowned poets, while some are by lesser-known figures who left behind one or two outstanding works. This book collects their poems of different styles, providing readers with a more comprehensive impression of the poets. Finally, the book also pays attention to selecting poems with simple language and resonant rhythms. This not only avoids the difficulty of obscure and cumbersome language for young readers but also allows them to appreciate the charm of Tang poetry through the pleasant recitation of these verses.