Selected Poems of Su Shi -- Classical Poetry Masters

Author: Kong Fanli
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Su Shi was a prominent literary figure of the Northern Song Dynasty, achieving extraordinary accomplishments in various fields such as poetry, lyrics, and prose. His poetry, alongside Huang Tingjian, was regarded as a representative of "Song Poetry"; his lyrics, on the other hand, pioneered a new path, establishing a distinct tradition beyond the conventional refinement of flowers and birds, becoming a leader in the reform of lyric poetry. This book carefully selects 135 poems and 27 lyric pieces from Su Shi's over 2,700 poems and 330 lyric pieces, arranging them chronologically and providing detailed annotations. After reading this collection, one can claim to have reached the pinnacle of understanding Su Shi's poetry and lyrics.