A Hundred And Seventy Chinese Poems (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548189658)

""A Hundred and Seventy Chinese Poems"" is a collection of translated poems by Arthur Waley, a renowned scholar and translator of Chinese literature. The book features a wide variety of poems from different dynasties and poets, including Li Bai, Du Fu, and Wang Wei, among others. The poems cover a range of themes, from love and nature to politics and philosophy, providing readers with a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of China. Waley's translations are known for their clarity and accessibility, making this book a great introduction to Chinese poetry for readers who are new to the genre. The book also includes an introduction by Waley that provides context and background information on Chinese poetry, as well as a glossary of Chinese terms and a bibliography for further reading. Overall, ""A Hundred and Seventy Chinese Poems"" is a must-read for anyone interested in Chinese literature and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Arthur Waley
ISBN-10: 054818965X
ISBN-13: 9780548189658
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 244
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.16lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d