"This poem takes the legend of the Goddess of Wushan as its central theme, blending depictions of the Three Gorges scenery, visions of the goddess, and the emotions of a traveler to create an ethereal and enchanting artistic realm. While sail…"
"This poem portrays a woman's emotional turmoil and reluctance as she bids farewell to her lover, revealing her deep attachment to love and her inner anxieties."
""Complaint of Parting" is a five-character ancient poem that vividly portrays the poignant and deeply touching scene of a couple parting ways. Set against the backdrop of an autumn farewell, the poem uses vivid details and a seamle…"
"Meng Jiao struggled in his official career for a long time, only passing the imperial examination at the age of 46. His joy and relief were beyond words, and this poem vividly captures his exhilaration upon achieving success. In just four li…"
"Everything about this poem places it in Meng Jiao's early forties as he struggles to pass the imperial exams."
"By Meng Jiao"
"By Meng Jiao"
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"Folk-song-styled-verseComposed during the mid-to-late Tang Dynasty, this poem reflects the life of its author Meng Jiao, who endured poverty and career frustrations, wandering through his forties amidst life's hardships. His mother remained …"
"Folk-song-styled-verseThis is a five-character ancient poem by Meng Jiao, a poet of the Tang Dynasty, and is included in The Complete Tang Poems. Plagued by poverty throughout his life, Meng Jiao mostly depicted the lives of poor scholars in…"
