300 Yuan Songs (Chinese-English) – Classic Poetry Translated by Xu Yuanchong
Key Features:
Master Translator: Translated by Xu Yuanchong, recipient of the "Polaris" Outstanding Literary Translation Award.
Bilingual Text: Classic Chinese poetry with expert English translations side-by-side.
Cultural Treasure: A curated collection of over 300 enduring Yuan songs.
Quality Edition: Beautiful hardcover from the China Intercontinental Press, part of the esteemed "Classical Chinese Poetry and Prose" series
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Detail
Discover the Lyrical World of Yuan Poetry
Dive into one of the greatest treasures of Chinese literature with 300 Yuan Songs. This carefully selected collection presents the vibrant and often poignant works of the Yuan Dynasty—a golden age for Chinese opera and sanqu poetry. From the profound reflections of Yuan Haowen to the vivid folk scenes painted by Du Renjie, these songs capture a diverse range of human emotions and experiences-2-9.
Why This Edition is Special:
This volume is a proud part of the "Classical Chinese Poetry and Prose" series, which has been honored with a nomination for the prestigious "Chinese Excellent Publication Award"-2-3. Its excellence lies in the translation by the legendary Xu Yuanchong.
About the Translator: Xu Yuanchong
A titan in the world of translation, Xu Yuanchong (1921-2021) dedicated his life to bridging cultures. He was the first and only Asian translator to receive the "Polaris" Outstanding Literary Translation Award from the International Federation of Translators, and was also honored with China's "Lifetime Achievement Award in Translation"-2-9. His unique talent lies in rendering classical Chinese poetry into rhymed verses in English and French, preserving the music and soul of the original text in a way few others have achieved
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