Complete Collection of Poems of the Song Dynasty (58)

Author: Institute of Ancient Documents, Peking University
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Publishing Date: 1998-12-01
Features: The Song Dynasty in China was another peak of poetry following the Tang Dynasty. Song Dynasty poets were diligent in their writing throughout their lives, producing a much larger body of work than the Tang Dynasty. Moreover, Song poetry had its own distinctive characteristics. In the history of Chinese poetry, Tang poetry represents a highly mature model, while Song poetry represents a typical transformation and innovation, forming two major artistic systems. This book carefully selects one hundred Song poems and provides annotations and critiques. From it, one can glimpse the style of Song poetry.