The Jade Flute: Chinese Poems in Prose
Exploring the Beauty and Wisdom of Classical Chinese Poetry in ProseBy Various
Length54m
About this audiobook
In "The Jade Flute: Chinese Poems in Prose," a masterful compilation of Chinese literary tradition, varied authors explore the intricate and emotive realm of human experience through prose poems. This anthology showcases the lyrical beauty and philosophical depth characteristic of Chinese poetry, merging the elegance of imagery with the brevity of expression. The work encapsulates themes ranging from nature and love to solitude and spirituality, resonating with the reader's sensory and emotional faculties while illuminating the cultural context of Chinese thought from dynastic eras to contemporary times. The contributors to this anthology, including luminaries from different dynasties, reveal how the socio-political landscapes and personal experiences have informed their artistic voices. These authors, often steeped in Confucian and Daoist philosophies, navigate the complexities of life with insight and grace, reflecting a rich tapestry of cultural heritage and personal strife. Their collective mastery not only preserves ancient traditions but also invites modern reflections on universal themes. Readers are warmly encouraged to delve into "The Jade Flute" for an enriching exploration of Chinese literary art. This collection serves as a bridge between past and present, offering profound insights for both poetry enthusiasts and those unfamiliar with the genre, enhancing one's appreciation for the subtleties of language and the universality of emotion.
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GenrePoetry
Length54 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 25, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CONTENTMENT
26THE SHADOW OF A LEAF
2I HAVE SEEN A ROAD
27A LOYAL WIFE
3FLOATING NARCISSUS
28THE EMPEROR WALKS
4THE FRIENDS
29THE ENCOUNTER
5A NEGLECTED WIFE
30THE BREATH OF SPRING
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6THE POET AND THE DANCERS
31JADE FLOWER PALACE
7I WILL BE ALONE
32WINE-FLASK AT SUNSET
8REMEMBER TO WEAR THEM
33WHEN THE SUN ROSE ...
9WILD GEESE
34GOING TO MARKET
10CONTENTMENT
35LIKE A CORMORANT
11TO THE EMPEROR
36TROUBLED WATERS
12WHEN THE SWALLOWS RETURNED
37CAPTIVITY
13THE WORLD AROUND US
38BE CAREFUL
14YOUNG GIRLS OF OLD
39AUTUMN OF ALL GOOD THINGS
15THE MINIATURE PAVILION
40THE FORMER WIFE SPEAKS
16PICKING THE LOTUS
41FADING IN THE SPRINGTIME
17A FLUTE AT NIGHT
42THE GIRL AT HOME
18WATCHING AND WONDERING
43THE DRAGONFLY
19BEST HAPPINESS OF ALL
44WE WILL GROW OLD TOGETHER
20THE BLUE ROBE
45AT HSIEN-YU TEMPLE
21THE ASHES OF MY HOUSE
46THE AUTUMN WIND
22THE MAIDEN LO-FO
47THE END OF ALL
23LOOKING INTO MIST
48WAITING ON THE TOWER
24THE WILLOW LEAF
49THE WOMEN OF PA
25AN UNHAPPY TIME
50THE UNREWARDED POET
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