Waley, Arthur
170 Chinese Poems
- ISBN 13:
- 9780094677104
- author:
- Waley, Arthur
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Little, Brown
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1987
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 13.6 x 0.8 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- General, General (US: Trade), ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
One Hundred & Seventy Chinese Poems brings together a diverse selection of poems from ancient China, showcasing the range and depth of Chinese poetry. From melancholy to cheerful, these poems explore concrete conceptions rather than abstract ideas.
The collection features works by notable poets such as Ch'u Yuan, Mei Sheng, Fu I, and Po Chu-I, each contributing to a rich tapestry of poetic expression. Written in different eras, from 300 BC to the ninth century, these poems offer a glimpse into the cultural and historical context of ancient China.
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