李太白集

This anthology gathers the celebrated verses of one of China’s most beloved poets, presenting his work in a carefully edited form that reflects decades of scholarly effort. The editors have aligned each poem with reliable textual sources, providing clear references to original volumes and page numbers, so listeners can trace the poems back to their historic editions. Chronological notes accompany the verses, offering a concise portrait of the poet’s life from his early years in the southwest to his later travels across the empire.

The collection captures Li Bai’s legendary blend of lofty imagination and intimate observation. From grand odes that celebrate imperial halls and celestial visions to tender scenes of mountain streams, moonlit pines and fleeting deer, his words burst with color and rhythm. Listeners will be drawn into the poet’s restless spirit—his love of wine, swordplay, and the quest for transcendence—while the accompanying commentary helps illuminate the cultural and historical backdrop of each piece.