Analysis of "客中初夏" (Early Summer While Traveling) – Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction Sima Guang (1019–1086) was a towering figure of the Northern Song Dynasty—a rigorous...
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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 "初春登楼即目观作述怀" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction Emperor Taizong of Tang (Li Shimin, 598–649) is remembered not only as one of China’...
Analysis of "望终南山" – Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction Li Bai (701–762 CE), one of the most celebrated poets of China’s Tang dynasty, is kn...
Analysis of "临洛水" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction Emperor Taizong of Tang (598–649), personal name Li Shimin, is revered not only as o...
Analysis of "出猎" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction Su Shi (苏轼, 1037–1101), also known as Su Dongpo, is one of the most celebrated figur...
Analysis of "辽城望月" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction Looking at the Moon from Liao City (辽城望月, Liáo Chéng Wàng Yuè) is a remarkable poem ...
Analysis of "入潼关" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction Composed by the Tang dynasty poet Zhang Hu (张祜), Entering Tong Pass (“入潼关”) is a com...
Analysis of "还陕述怀" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction "还陕述怀" (Huán Shǎn Shù Huái), which translates to "Returning to Shaanxi and Expressin...
Analysis of "幸武功庆善宫" - Classical Chinese Poetry
Introduction Emperor Taizong of Tang (personal name Li Shimin, 598–649) is celebrated as one of C...