西湖夢尋 by Dai Zhang
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"西湖夢尋" by Dai Zhang is a historical account likely written in the late 17th century. The work reflects on the beauty and significance of West Lake in Hangzhou, particularly through the lens of the author's personal memories and experiences, interspersed with poetic reflections from various famous poets. The narrative seems to anchor itself in nostalgia and cultural heritage surrounding this iconic location. At the start of the book, the author expresses a
deep yearning for West Lake after being away for twenty-eight years. He reminisces about the lake's beauty and the significant sites that once thrived around it, lamenting their decay and the toll of time. Through his reflections, the author draws a comparison between his dreams of West Lake, which remain pristine and evocative, and the stark reality he encounters during his visits, which reveal a transformed and deteriorated landscape. This sets the stage for a series of essays or vignettes that will explore the area's history, poetic legacy, and the author's intimate connection to it. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Zhang, Dai, 1597-1679 |
|---|---|
| Title | 西湖夢尋 |
| Alternate Title | Xi Hu Meng Xun |
| Credits | Produced by Zhu-Xuan Fei |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | West Lake (China) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | West Lake (China) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27165 |
| Release Date | Nov 5, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 928 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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