Chinese Voices
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Sure to delight and inspire, this elegant anthology of translated Chinese Poetry features treasured poems, accompanied by lush, colourful artworks, that both chronicle and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of China. The Chinese poetic tradition, which dates back to almost 1,000 B.C., is one of the most cherished parts of the nation’s cultural heritage. This collection of translated classical poems are a stunning chronicle of Chinese life, culture and history, and remain as compelling today as ever. Moreover, their vitality and evocative imagery demonstrate why Chinese poetry was so inspiring to modern Western poets, particularly Ezra Pound and the Imagist movement. Organised by theme and with containing works by some of the most esteemed Chinese poets, this anthology is sure to delight every reader. SELLING POINTS: . Foiled and embossed cover, with deluxe binding. . An ideal gift for any occasion. . An ideal introduction to Chinese Poetry. . Moving, carefully selected poetry popular and less well known. . A wide range of poems, covering different periods and themes. . Perfect for reflection and study!
Additional information
| Weight | 250 g |
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| Dimensions | 110 × 148 mm |
| ISBN | 9781787553057 |
| Dimensions | 110 x 148 mm |
| Book Type | Hardback |
| Author | Zu-yan Chen |
| Author Bio | Zu-yan Chen (foreword) is a Professor of Chinese Language and Literature at Binghamton University, State University of New York. He holds the rank of SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor. His publications include seven books and many articles spanning the fields of literature, history, philosophy, and language pedagogy. From Alphonse Mucha Masterworks to beautiful deluxe journals, FLAME TREE STUDIO has created hundreds of high-quality illustrated books, calendars and notebooks in the fields of art, music, food and reference. The texts are carefully curated, with hand-crafted design. |
| Number of Pages | 160 |
