About this book
Discover the grandeur of Tang Dynasty poetry with Three Hundred Tang Poems, Volume 4, featuring the masterworks compiled by Heng Tang Tui Shi in 1763. This definitive collection showcases seven-character regulated verse—the most sophisticated and demanding form of classical Chinese poetry. Volume Four presents poems 170 through 223, representing the pinnacle of this exquisite genre that reached perfection during the Tang era.
Seven-character regular verse, or "seven-syllable regulated poetry," demands precise structural rules and tonal balance, elevating it to an art form perfected by legends like Du Fu, Wang Wei, Li Shangyin, and Du Mu. Created as a superior alternative to existing poetry anthologies, this collection was carefully curated using rigorous standards—selecting only the most celebrated and essential works worthy of memorization and study.
Each poem in this volume embodies the sophistication, elegance, and philosophical depth that made Tang Dynasty poetry foundational to Chinese literary tradition. The regulated verse form's complexity and beauty demonstrate why these compositions have endured for over a thousand years, influencing generations of scholars and poets.
Perfect for anyone seeking to understand classical Chinese literature, those studying poetry forms and aesthetics, or listeners interested in exploring one of humanity's greatest literary achievements. These timeless verses offer profound insights into human emotion, nature, and the human condition.
