人間詞話 by Guowei Wang
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"人間詞話" by Guowei Wang is a critical work on Chinese poetry, particularly focusing on the unique styles and themes of classical Chinese verse. Written during the early 20th century, the book dives deep into the exploration of poetic forms and the aesthetics of expression. Guowei Wang, who was a prominent scholar and critic during the late Qing dynasty and early Republic era, provides insights into the emotional and philosophical underpinnings of poetry,
distinguishing between various artistic techniques and the significance of "境界" (jingjie or "realm") in poetry. In "人間詞話," Wang elaborates on the concept of "境界," explaining how it intersects with the emotional depth, ideology, and realism of poetry. Through detailed analysis, he describes two primary modes of poetic expression: "有我之境" (self-realm) and "無我之境" (no-self realm), each reflecting different perspectives of the poet's experience and connection to the world. Wang draws on various historical poets and their works, using specific verses to illustrate his points. His discussion spans themes of natural beauty, human emotion, and the complexities of art, thereby advocating for a profound understanding of poetry that transcends mere aesthetic appreciation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Wang, Guowei, 1877-1927 |
|---|---|
| Title | 人間詞話 |
| Alternate Title | Ren jian ci hua |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania |
| Subject | Ci (Chinese poetry) -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24112 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-24112-8 |
| Release Date | Jan 2, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1273 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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