Xixi Wetland

Author: Zhou Ying, Cao Yun, Wu Jing
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Publish Date: 2005-12-01
Features: This book introduces the history, geography, and culture of the Xixi Wetland, which serves as an ecological element and regional context of Hangzhou. The book uses extensive historical documents to demonstrate that the importance of Xixi Wetland to Hangzhou is no less than that of West Lake. The book is divided into two volumes. Volume One, Xixi's Hidden Splendor, focuses on introducing the topography, landscapes, regional culture, historical figures, and old customs of Xixi Wetland, while also discussing the urgency of protecting it today. Volume Two, Xixi's Poetic Realm, primarily collects poems by important poets from the Ming, Qing dynasties to the Republic of China that praise Xixi Wetland, along with introductions to these poets. Xixi Wetland is a systematic and comprehensive research monograph on the wetland, reflecting the authors' active efforts in specialized research and documentary organization. The main volume, Xixi's Hidden Splendor, provides a multidimensional and in-depth interpretation of Xixi Wetland, filled with research insights. The supplementary volume, Xixi's Poetic Realm, takes its name from the ancient saying "Poetic Realm of Xixi," compiling and annotating key documents on Xixi Wetland for research reference.