Love at Cambridge
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Summary
Editor's review
Who it's for
A good fit for
- Readers who love Xu Zhimo and the Crescent Moon school and want a deeper look at his prose
- Writing enthusiasts seeking to learn vernacular belles-lettres and sharpen their feel for language
- Readers interested in Cambridge scenery and modern student life abroad
- Leisurely readers who enjoy poetic prose suited to slow, careful reading
Not a good fit for
- Novel readers seeking strong plot and fast narrative momentum
- Readers expecting a complete overview of Xu Zhimo's poetry from this book
- Practical readers uninterested in ornate diction and lyrical style
Reading tips
- Read the text aloud once to feel the rhythm and cadence of the sentences, then read it closely again.
- Jot down sentences describing Cambridge and compare the layers and angles of the author's scenery writing.
- Read alongside Xu Zhimo's poetry to appreciate the affinities between his verse and prose styles.
- Read one piece in a single sitting in a quiet setting, then write down two or three lines of your own response.
Contents
- 第一章
- 第二章
- 第三章
- 第四章
- 第五章
- 第六章
- 第七章
- 第八章
- 第九章
- 第十章
- 第十一章
- 第十二章
- 第十三章
- 第十四章
- 第十五章
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About the author
Xu Zhimo (1897–1931) was a native of Haining, Zhejiang, and a modern Chinese poet and essayist who became a leading figure of the Crescent Moon School. He studied in the United States and Britain, began writing new poetry in 1921, helped found the Crescent Moon Society, and edited publications such as the poetry supplement of Chen Bao and the journal Xinyue, leaving a lasting influence on modern Chinese poetry. His representative collections include Poems of Zhimo, A Night in Florence, and The Tiger. His verse is known for its clear language, gentle rhythm, and sincere feeling, often linking natural scenery with personal emotion and combining romantic sensibility with musicality; his essays are likewise graceful and free in style. The collection holds 145 of his works, including modern poetry, classic works, and translations of foreign literature such as Candide and L'Ingénu, reflecting his dual role as poet and translator. Xu Zhimo died in a plane crash in 1931.
