Analysis of "浪淘沙" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction The poem "Làng Táo Shā" (浪淘沙) is one of the most famous works by Liu Yuxi (刘禹锡, 772–...
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Guided readings of classical Chinese poetry with original text, attribution, pinyin, English translation, line-by-line analysis, imagery, and historical context. New guides use stored source records so the poem text and author can be checked independently.
Analysis of "池上" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction The poem "池上" (Chí Shàng), or "On the Pond," was written by Bai Juyi (白居易), one of t...
Analysis of "大林寺桃花" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction The poem "大林寺桃花" (Dàlín Sì Táohuā, Peach Blossoms at the Temple of Great Forest) was...
Analysis of "暮江吟" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction "暮江吟" (Mù Jiāng Yín, "Evening River Chant") is a famous poem by the Tang Dynasty poe...
Analysis of "钱塘湖春行" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction The poem "钱塘湖春行" (Qián Táng Hú Chūn Xíng) was written by Bai Juyi (白居易), one of the ...
Analysis of "静夜思" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction "静夜思" (Jìng Yè Sī, "Thoughts on a Quiet Night") is one of the most famous poems by L...
Analysis of "春望" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction The poem "春望" (Spring View) was written by Du Fu (杜甫), one of China's greatest poets...
Analysis of "将进酒" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction Li Bai (李白, Lǐ Bái, 701–762), also known as Li Po, is one of China’s most celebrated...