About this book
Discover the luminous world of Tang Dynasty poetry with *Three Hundred Tang Poems, Volume 1*, a timeless collection that captures the golden age of Chinese literature. During the Tang Dynasty (618–907), poetry transcended mere artistic expression to become the very soul of Chinese civilization—a scholarly pursuit, a path to distinction, and a reflection of profound philosophical insight. This audiobook presents the opening volume of the celebrated anthology compiled in 1763, featuring masterworks in the elegant ancient verse style of five-character lines alongside captivating folk song verses. You'll encounter the genius of legendary poets Li Bai, Du Fu, and Wang Wei, whose verses explore themes of nature, love, loss, and spiritual awakening with unmatched beauty and depth. What makes this collection extraordinary is its multifaceted presentation: poems are offered in Cantonese, Hokkien, Mandarin, and Taiwanese, rendered both as spoken recitations and melodic songs, allowing you to experience these classical works as they were meant to resonate through time and culture. Ideal for poetry enthusiasts, students of Chinese literature and history, or anyone seeking to understand the artistic pinnacle of one of history's greatest civilizations, this audiobook opens a portal into verses that have endured for over a thousand years.
