Liu Yuxi - Appreciating the Essence of Chinese Classical Poetry

Author: Jiang Xiaodong
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: This book is one of the selections from "Exquisite Readings of Chinese Classical Poetry and Prose." It features twenty-eight representative works of Liu Yuxi, including two parts: a brief biography of the poet and appreciations of the works. The appreciation of each work is divided into three chapters: title explanation, line-by-line explanation, and critical analysis. The title explanation provides the background of the creation; the line-by-line explanation translates the poetry and prose into modern Chinese, with annotations on difficult words and phrases; the critical analysis summarizes the essence and comments on the characteristics of the work.
Chinese classical poetry elevates the Chinese language to the highest level of beauty and purity, enough to make every Chinese person feel proud. These works serve as a cultural bond connecting the thoughts and emotions of all descendants of the Yellow River. Whether at home or abroad, excellent poetry resonates with readers in the same way. Each volume in this series features a single poet or lyricist, with only twenty to thirty representative works selected to help readers understand the forms and rhythmic beauty of classical poetry and prose. The chosen works are the rare gems of the poetic garden of history, with high sentiments, genuine emotions, and diverse styles. Repeated recitation allows readers to immerse themselves in profound artistic appreciation.
This volume is part of "Exquisite Readings of Chinese Classical Poetry and Prose," featuring Liu Yuxi.