Research on Seclusion Poetry Before the Song Dynasty

Author: Huo Jianbo
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: The literature and culture of seclusion are vast, profound, mysterious, and intricate, offering significant research space and value. This book is the author's study of pre-Song Dynasty poems on seclusion. It primarily explores the origins of seclusion thought in pre-Qin and Han periods, the diversified development of seclusion poetry in the Wei, Jin, and Southern and Northern Dynasties, the maturation of pastoral seclusion poetry with Tao Yuanming, and the comprehensive flourishing of seclusion poetry in the Sui and Tang dynasties. The book examines the evolution and transformation of seclusion poetry from pre-Qin to Tang, organized into five chapters and twenty-four sections, with approximately 200,000 words.
Chapter 1 conducts some foundational research. First, it examines the historical origins of the term "seclusion poetry." Second, it reviews the history of seclusion culture, literature, and the study of seclusion poetry.
Chapter 2 discusses the origins of seclusion thought.
Chapter 3 explores the diversified development of seclusion poetry in terms of thematic forms during the Wei, Jin, and Southern and Northern Dynasties.
Chapter 4 is a case study, focusing on the maturation of Tao Yuanming and pastoral seclusion poetry.
Chapter 5 examines the flourishing state of seclusion poetry in the Sui and Tang dynasties.
The conclusion summarizes the entire book, highlighting the relatively prominent new achievements in four aspects. It also points out that studying seclusion poetry can provide valuable insights for improving modern people's living conditions and finding a harmonious spiritual homeland, thus holding great practical significance.