Li Sao: And Other Poems Of Chu Yüan
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Li Sao and Other Poems of Chu Yüan presents the enduring verse of one of China's most celebrated ancient poets, Chu Yüan (circa 340–278 BCE), whose lyrical works stand as foundational pillars of Chinese literary tradition. The centrepiece, Li Sao (translated as Encountering Sorrow), chronicles the poet's anguished spiritual journey — a richly allegorical odyssey through mythological landscapes that voices themes of loyalty, exile, and moral integrity. Translated by Yang Hsien-yi and Gladys Yang, this edition renders the ancient Chinese verse into accessible and elegant English, preserving the soaring imagery and emotional depth of the originals. The collection also gathers several shorter poems, illuminating the full scope of Chu Yüan's visionary imagination and his profound influence on Chinese poetry for over two millennia. Published by the Foreign Languages Press in Peking, this volume serves as both a scholarly resource and a testament to the timeless power of classical Chinese literature.
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Li Sao and Other Poems of Chu Yüan presents the enduring verse of one of China's most celebrated ancient poets, Chu Yüan (circa 340–278 BCE), whose lyrical works stand as foundational pillars of Chinese literary tradition. The centrepiece, Li Sao (translated as Encountering Sorrow), chronicles the poet's anguished spiritual journey — a richly allegorical odyssey through mythological landscapes that voices themes of loyalty, exile, and moral integrity. Translated by Yang Hsien-yi and Gladys Yang, this edition renders the ancient Chinese verse into accessible and elegant English, preserving the soaring imagery and emotional depth of the originals. The collection also gathers several shorter poems, illuminating the full scope of Chu Yüan's visionary imagination and his profound influence on Chinese poetry for over two millennia. Published by the Foreign Languages Press in Peking, this volume serves as both a scholarly resource and a testament to the timeless power of classical Chinese literature.
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Condition: Good. Jacket: No dust jacket — cloth/board with some age-related toning. Page Condition: Yellowed, consistent with age. Markings: No visible markings noted. Binding: Appears intact. Stickers/Labels: None visible.
Li Sao and Other Poems of Chu Yüan presents the enduring verse of one of China's most celebrated ancient poets, Chu Yüan (circa 340–278 BCE), whose lyrical works stand as foundational pillars of Chinese literary tradition. The centrepiece, Li Sao (translated as Encountering Sorrow), chronicles the poet's anguished spiritual journey — a richly allegorical odyssey through mythological landscapes that voices themes of loyalty, exile, and moral integrity. Translated by Yang Hsien-yi and Gladys Yang, this edition renders the ancient Chinese verse into accessible and elegant English, preserving the soaring imagery and emotional depth of the originals. The collection also gathers several shorter poems, illuminating the full scope of Chu Yüan's visionary imagination and his profound influence on Chinese poetry for over two millennia. Published by the Foreign Languages Press in Peking, this volume serves as both a scholarly resource and a testament to the timeless power of classical Chinese literature.
