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Title: 水調歌頭

Alternate Title: 水调歌头

Alternate Title: Shui diao ge tou

Note: Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Yung Ting Chang

Summary: "水调歌头" by Shi Su is a renowned lyrical poem written during the Song dynasty, which spanned the 10th to the 13th centuries. This work is a classic example of Chinese poetry, showcasing the delicate emotions and philosophical reflections characteristic of the time. The poem explores themes of longing, the passage of time, and the human experience of joy and sorrow. In "水调歌头", the speaker reflects on the natural beauty of the world and the complexities of human emotions. The poem begins with imagery of the sunset and water, evoking a sense of tranquility and contemplation. As it progresses, it delves into deeper existential questions, such as the nature of happiness and the inevitability of separation and loss. The speaker grapples with feelings of nostalgia and a desire to reconnect with loved ones while acknowledging the challenges of life. Ultimately, it conveys a poignant message about the enduring bond between people, even amidst the cycles of joy and sorrow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Su, Shi, 1037-1101

EBook No.: 27123

Published: Nov 2, 2008

Downloads: 78

Language: Chinese

Subject: Ci (Chinese poetry)

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: 水調歌頭

Alternate Title: 水调歌头

Alternate Title: Shui diao ge tou

Note: Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Yung Ting Chang

Summary: "水调歌头" by Shi Su is a renowned lyrical poem written during the Song dynasty, which spanned the 10th to the 13th centuries. This work is a classic example of Chinese poetry, showcasing the delicate emotions and philosophical reflections characteristic of the time. The poem explores themes of longing, the passage of time, and the human experience of joy and sorrow. In "水调歌头", the speaker reflects on the natural beauty of the world and the complexities of human emotions. The poem begins with imagery of the sunset and water, evoking a sense of tranquility and contemplation. As it progresses, it delves into deeper existential questions, such as the nature of happiness and the inevitability of separation and loss. The speaker grapples with feelings of nostalgia and a desire to reconnect with loved ones while acknowledging the challenges of life. Ultimately, it conveys a poignant message about the enduring bond between people, even amidst the cycles of joy and sorrow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Su, Shi, 1037-1101

EBook No.: 27123

Published: Nov 2, 2008

Downloads: 78

Language: Chinese

Subject: Ci (Chinese poetry)

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.