玉壺淸話 by active 11th century Wenying
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"玉壺淸話" by Wenying is a historical narrative likely written in the 11th century. This work appears to chronicle events and personalities from the Song Dynasty, focusing on court life, poetry, politics, and the musings of notable figures of the time. The beginning of the narrative introduces a scene at a royal banquet hosted by Emperor Zhenzong, where he engages in conversation amidst a celebration. The emperor inquires about the best wines available,
leading to a discussion on poetry and the pricing of liquor as referenced by the poet Du Fu. The text also highlights various court officials, such as Su Hanyin and Liu Zong, as they present their insights and talents to the emperor, showcasing both the privileges and the responsibilities of their positions in a rich cultural tapestry of intellectual and artistic expression. This opening sets the tone for a detailed exploration of governance, culture, and the significance of poetic traditions within the royal court. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Wenying, active 11th century |
|---|---|
| Title | 玉壺淸話 |
| Alternate Title | Yu Hu Qing Hua |
| Credits | Produced by Wong In Mui |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| LoC Class | PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania |
| Subject | China -- History -- Song dynasty, 960-1279 -- Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24052 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-24052-7 |
| Release Date | Dec 27, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 661 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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