辛棄疾詞選

A vivid portrait of a restless Southern Song warrior‑scholar emerges through this selection of Xin Qiji’s ci. Born amid the turmoil of the Jin occupation, he spent his youth on the battlefield before turning to official duties across several provinces. In his verses he channels that fierce loyalty, urging resistance against invaders while lamenting the court’s hesitance, offering a rare glimpse into the conflicted spirit of a patriot who never saw his hopes fulfilled.

The poems vary from bold, martial chants that roar like drums on a warfront to tender, reflective pieces that linger on the soft sounds of rain, blossoms, and quiet villages. Xin’s language swings between the grand sweep of heroic ambition and the intimate sighs of personal disappointment, making each lyric feel both timeless and deeply human. Listeners will be drawn into the rhythm of his heart—its thunderous calls for unity and its gentle whispers of longing for a reunified homeland.