This bilingual book contains 24 classic Yuefu song poems. Yuefu poems are a hallmark of the Han Dynasty era. During the social and political upheaval from the third to the seventh centuries, poets took refuge in writing five-character yuefu songs about nature. The five syllable measure adds harmony and a certain flow to these songs. Each poem in this compilation appears in its original text with footnotes, modern Chinese translation, and English translation. You will not only enjoy these classic stories, but will also learn about Chinese culture and history.
Paperback, English and Simplified Chinese Characters, 217 Pages, 5.25'' x 8''
