The Kingdom of Poetry

Name: The Kingdom of Poetry
ISBN: 9787514329780

罗洁Modern Press · ChinaMar 2017

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Word count: 72K words
Chapters: 35
ISBN: 9787514329780

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Summary

This book focuses primarily on the history and artistic features of poetry, covering pre-Qin poetry (the Book of Songs, the Chu Ci, Qu Yuan and the Chu Ci, and the Li Sao), the Han dynasties (yuefu folk songs), Wei-Jin and Northern-Southern dynasties poetry (the Nineteen Old Poems, the Three Caos, the Seven Masters of Jian'an, the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove, Tao Yuanming and pastoral poetry), Tang poetry (the Four Talents of the Early Tang, the landscape poetry school, the frontier poetry school, the poetic immortal Li Bai and romantic poetry, the poetic sage Du Fu and realist poetry, Bai Juyi and the new yuefu), Song poetry (the Four Great Masters of the Southern Song), Yuan poetry, Ming poetry, and Qing poetry.

Editor's review

The Realm of Poetry is not a traditional poetry anthology or literary history; rather, it is a deeply affectionate tour and contemporary interpretation of the world of classical Chinese poetry by the author Luo Jie, written from a personal perspective and with delicate strokes. The book's greatest value lies in its unique angle of approach: it does not pursue academic systematicity but strives to capture those emotional moments and life philosophies in poetry that, across a thousand years, can still strike the modern heart. With her profound literary cultivation and keen sensibility, Luo Jie skillfully weaves the verses of giants such as Li Bai, Du Fu, Wang Wei, and Su Shi together with personal life experience and everyday observation, building a bridge between classical imagery and modern life.

Reading this book feels like strolling through a garden of poetry under the guidance of a learned and genial friend. There is no arduous textual criticism or obscure theory; instead, there is an understanding of and resonance with the poetic heart and poetic feeling. The author is adept at starting from a single line or image and extending into reflections on eternal themes such as loneliness, nostalgia, love, nature, and time. The prose is beautiful and restrained, full of humanistic warmth. For modern readers who feel spiritually parched amid a fast-paced life, this book is like a clear spring that can effectively wash away the dust of the heart and reawaken our ability to perceive beauty and poetry. It proves that classical Chinese poetry is not a museum artifact but a still-living spiritual resource that can guide and enrich our present lives.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Beginners who have a vague fondness for classical Chinese poetry but do not know where to start
Urban readers seeking spiritual comfort and nourishment, longing for tranquility in words
Literature lovers who enjoy elegant, sentimental, and personally reflective essays
Parents seeking suitable shared-reading materials to guide their children into the beauty of classical poetry

Not a good fit for

Professional researchers seeking rigorous academic analysis, a clear outline of poetry history, or in-depth textual research
Users of reference books expecting a complete collection of poems or standard annotated translations

Reading tips

Read casually and at leisure; there is no need to read in order—start with the poets and chapters that interest you
Keep a traditional poetry anthology on hand for easy reference to the full texts of poems mentioned in the book
After reading a passage, try closing the book, reflecting quietly, or jotting down a thought or two

About the publisher

Modern Press China · Founded in 1982

Founded in 1982, Modern Press is a Chinese publisher that serves general readers across a diverse range of subjects. Judging from its catalog, its publishing focuses on classical poetry, Eastern philosophy, psychological research and application, popular science, and modern poetry, along with history, biography, and children's books. The Book of Songs, the illustrated vernacular edition of the Classic of Mountains and Seas, The Complete Poems of Dai Wangshu, and Buddhism in the Vegetable Roots reflect efforts to make traditional culture and poetry accessible; works by Carl Gustav Jung such as The Development of Personality and Understanding Your Psychological Type, together with titles from the Ivy International Education Alliance, show sustained attention to psychology and educational reading; and Stephen Hawking's works and the illustrated two-volume Brief History of Everything and A Brief History of Time indicate a commitment to popular science. Its authors include figures such as Qu Wanli, Xu Ke, Dai Wangshu, and Jung, and its publishing emphasizes retelling classics and accessible, illustrated presentation. Because public information is limited, this summary is based only on the titles in our catalog.

版权信息
序言
强劲滥觞先秦时期诗歌
上古时期唱响的歌谣诗
最早的诗歌总集《诗经》
楚辞的产生与辉煌成就
承前启后汉代诗歌
汉代乐府民歌的内容和成就
长篇叙事诗《孔雀东南飞》
乐府文人诗与《古诗十九首》
创新发展六朝诗歌
继承中有发展的建安诗歌
正始诗人和太康诗人的成就
陶渊明开辟田园诗新天地
演变中求发展的南北朝诗歌
风格迥异的南北朝乐府民歌
成熟繁荣唐代诗歌
过渡和创新的唐代初期诗歌
山水田园诗派和边塞诗派
韦应物和柳宗元诗歌特色
李白铸就浪漫主义诗歌高峰
杜甫铸就现实主义诗歌高峰
百舸争流的中唐诗歌流派
白居易大力推进新乐府运动
晚唐诗人的创作和诗风变化
开辟新路宋代诗歌
北宋诗歌风貌的形成与发展
黄庭坚和“江西诗派”的成就
陆游将爱国主义诗歌推向高峰
其他著名诗人的创作成就
成就斐然明清诗歌
明代初期诗歌呈现勃勃生机
复古中徘徊的明代后期诗歌
清初遗民诗和中期诗歌理论
与时代同呼吸的清代后期诗歌

FAQ

Does this book include complete poems?

This book is not a complete collection of poems. It is organized around the author's interpretations and reflections and cites many classic lines as objects of analysis and lyrical expression, but it usually does not present whole works. Readers need to consult other complete collections or look up the original poems to obtain their full text.

Is the author's interpretation too subjective?

Yes, and this is precisely a feature of the book rather than a flaw. Luo Jie's interpretations carry a strong personal color and modern consciousness; she aims to build a personal connection between the classical and the modern rather than provide standard answers. This subjectivity is precisely the starting point for provoking readers' own reflections and thoughts.

Is this book suitable as extracurricular reading for students?

It is very suitable. It can effectively inspire young people's interest in classical poetry, freeing them from the mechanical memorization of exam-oriented education and bringing them closer to poetry on an emotional and aesthetic level. The book's discussion of life and emotion also offers positive guidance for students as they grow.

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About the author

罗洁 Author

Luo Jie is a Chinese author whose works span several fields; public information about her is limited, and no systematic account of her life has been made available. Judging from the eighteen titles in the collection, her interests range across traditional culture, literature and medicine: cultural readers such as Happy Games: Ancient Amusements and Their Cultural Meaning and The Charm of Fujian: Cultural Features and Forms of Fujian sort through local customs and folklore, while The Realm of Poetry: The History and Artistic Features of Poetry and Splendid Prose discuss the art of poetry and prose, and she has also contributed to a medical title on high-throughput sequencing in lung cancer. Her writing generally leans toward knowledge popularization and thematic overview, turning specialized or historical material into clear, readable prose for general readers.