Zhang Bi (张泌, 10th century) was a distinguished literary figure who spanned the transition from the Late Tang to the Five Dynasties period. As a prominent member of the Huajian (Among the Flowers) school, his work occupies a unique place in the evolution of the Ci lyric, blending the refined artistry of the court with a deeply personal, often melancholic emotional depth.
His poetry and lyrics are celebrated for their crystalline imagery and psychological nuance. He is best remembered for his ability to evoke the fleeting nature of romance and the lingering ache of nostalgia. His masterpiece, "To Someone" (寄人), with its haunting lines about a dream of a former lover, perfectly encapsulates a Vibe of ethereal longing. His work reflects the sophisticated fragility of an era in flux, where the beauty of a butterfly or a blooming flower becomes a vessel for the complexities of the human heart.
At CN-Poetry, we explore the lush and evocative world of Zhang Bi through nuanced English translations. Experience the "Vibe" of an age defined by its lyrical intensity and ornamental grace—capturing the intelligence and sentiment of a master who helped shape the future of Chinese song-poetry. Explore his enduring legacy within our digital archives.
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Seven-character-quatrain
Read Translation & Analysis →I go in a dream to the house of Xie
Through a zigzag porch with arching rails
To a court where the spring moon lights for ever
Phantom flowers and a single figure.
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