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Sanxin Poetry

Rating 2.8
Word count
26K words
Chapters
19
ISBN
9787506897754

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Summary

Built on the author's earlier collection Three Hundred Poems of Lingering Fragrance, Three New Poems is a curated volume of poems retained, removed, revised, and added. The collection comprises three sections: five-character quatrains, "A Hundred Flowers in New Array"; seven-character quatrains, "A Hundred Aspects in New Gathering"; and ci lyrics, "A Hundred Scenes in New Selection." This is what the title "Three New" embodies. The poems employ the New Rhyme system. Overall, the author shows a certain literary cultivation and well-rounded artistic sensibility. He applies techniques from painting and calligraphy, which he loves, to the writing of each poem, filling them with freshness—sketching, from varied perspectives and angles, graceful pictures imbued with a sense of the times and vitality. Poetry itself is the expression and declaration of the author's own feelings, and should offer readers beneficial enlightenment.

Editor's review

Three New Poems, compiled by Yinghua Jihong and published by China Book Press, proposes in the field of poetry a distinctive theoretical system of the "Three New" (new thought, new content, new form), attempting to explore the modernization of traditional poetry writing. From a professional standpoint, the book's value lies in its systematic review of the difficulties facing contemporary poetry creation and its concrete theoretical framework and practical paths. Combining the metrical beauty of classical poetry with the expressive habits of modern Chinese, the author advances the creative concept of "new wine in old bottles," inheriting the essence of the Book of Songs and Tang and Song poetry while incorporating observations and reflections on contemporary social life. The demonstration works collected in the book span a wide range of subjects, from love of country to personal reflection, showing the vitality of this ancient literary form in a new era. For poetry enthusiasts, the book is not only a writing guide but also a record of thought that inspires how to express modern feelings through traditional artistic forms. Its theoretical depth and practical guidance are well balanced, though some innovative forms may require readers to have some grounding in poetry appreciation to fully grasp.

Who it's for

A good fit for

  • Researchers or teachers interested in modern poetry creation theory
  • Enthusiasts with some grounding in classical poetry who wish to try writing on modern themes
  • Cultural workers seeking inspiration for the modernization of traditional culture
  • Students in university Chinese departments, as supplementary reading

Not a good fit for

  • Readers seeking pure appreciation of classical poetry or classic works
  • Complete beginners with no grounding in poetic meter, tonal patterns, or other basics

Reading tips

  1. It is suggested to first read through the theoretical overview in Chapter One to understand the core framework of the "Three New," then savor the example works in later chapters
  2. Keep a notebook while reading to record the innovative techniques proposed in the book, and try writing comparative pieces on the same theme
  3. Some views in the book are open to discussion; consider forming a small reading group with fellow poetry writers to exchange practical insights

About the publisher

China Book Publishing House China · Founded in 1986

China Book Publishing House specializes in publishing cultural studies titles. Its 139 books in the database cover history, literary appreciation, culture, Eastern philosophy, military affairs, and world history. Representative titles include Chinese academic classics such as Xiang Da's Tang Dynasty Chang'an and the Civilization of the Western Regions, Lu Xun's A Brief History of Chinese Fiction, Liu Yizheng's History of Chinese Culture, and Wen Yiduo's New Interpretations of the Classics, as well as world history and military translations such as J. F. C. Fuller's The Decisive Battles of the Western World and Their Influence upon History. Its authors and translators range from Xiang Da, Lu Xun, Liu Yizheng, and Wen Yiduo to Wang Ziwu, Li Chenxi, and Xiaoxiao Bingren, giving the press a publishing profile that values both classic Chinese scholarship and contemporary translations of foreign studies.

Contents

  1. 版权信息
  2. 作者简介
  3. 内容介绍
  4. 序
  5. 《三新诗词》序言
  6. 五绝 百卉列新
  7. 七绝 百态聚新
  8. 三名入心
  9. 游步小憩
  10. 杂感存语
  11. 世界大事
  12. 词 百景采新
  13. 梅骨恒辉
  14. 思母愧疚
  15. 花天彩地
  16. 朗天亮地
  17. 后记一
  18. 后记二
  19. 后记三

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What is this book's Douban rating?
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What exactly do the "Three New" refer to?
The "Three New" refer to new thought, new content, and new form. New thought emphasizes observing creation through modern values and perspectives; new content advocates subjects close to contemporary life; new form means modernizing language and imagery while respecting the basic meter of poetry.
What is the background of the author Yinghua Jihong?
The author Yinghua Jihong is a scholar in the field of contemporary poetry creation and research, long devoted to the modern inheritance and innovative practice of classical poetry, with several theoretical articles to his name; this book is a concentrated presentation of his systematic achievements.

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Yinghua Jihong is an author whose biographical details remain unknown, and the publicly available information is limited. At present, it is known only that a single work appears under this name, Sanxin Shici (Three New Poems), which is classified in the library under classical Chinese poetry. With no confirmed records of nationality, dates of birth and death, or an English name, it is difficult to trace the author's life, to determine the period of composition, or to identify any literary school to which the writer might belong; understanding of the author and the work can therefore rest only on this surviving title. Judging from its title and classification, Sanxin Shici would appear to follow the tradition of classical poetry, possibly continuing classical prosody and imagery, while its content and style await readers who consult the original text. Given the available materials, it is not yet possible to assess the author's place or influence in the history of poetry; the author may be regarded simply as one figure within the broader tradition of classical Chinese verse writing, whose work offers a text worthy of attention for the reading and study of classical Chinese poetry, with further details awaiting later documentation and scholarly examination.

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