Love Songs from China: 150 Gems of Chinese Love Poems

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Love Songs from China: 150 Gems of Chinese Love Poems (Chinese-English)

Author: Ed. by Tang Zhengqui
Order No. 8035
ISBN-13: 9787220070761
ISBN-10: 7220070764
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Sichuan Publishing Group
Pub Year: 2006
Language: Simplified Chinese-English
Size: 6.75 x 9
Page: 307
Price: $14.95

 

 

The title of the book actually means Love Poems from China. It includes 150 poems selected from the earliest poetry collection Book of Poetry to the present day, covering not only such great poets as Li Bai, Du Fu, Su Shi, Lu You and Li Qingzhao, but also some famous historic figures such as the Tang Emperor Li Longji, the Southern Tang Emperor Li Yu, the dramatist Guan Hanqing and even talents and beauties such as Tang Yin and Xue Tao, PRC’s Chairman Mao Zedong, and the renowned writer Lu Xun.

 

The book demonstrates in multi-dimensions and perspectives the world of romance of the Chinese people and their outlook on love. Each translated poem is accompanied by the Chinese original.

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Weight 1 lbs