竹齋集

A quiet voice from the past drifts through verses that linger on crumbling walls, misty rivers and the echo of forgotten capitals. The poems move from the melancholy of a ruined Jinling, where overgrown paths whisper of past splendors, to the tranquil solitude of bamboo groves and riverbanks where scholars sip wine and watch clouds drift. In each short piece, the poet balances a reverence for heroic history with the gentle observation of season‑filled landscapes—autumn reeds, spring blossoms, winter snow—inviting listeners to feel both the weight of loss and the comfort of nature’s steady rhythm.

Interwoven with playful epigrams and heartfelt letters, the collection also offers fleeting glimpses of daily life: a scholar’s modest study, a traveler’s reunion, the rustle of bamboo after rain. The language is concise yet vivid, making every image feel immediate, while the underlying tone remains thoughtful and unhurried. Listeners will find a timeless meditation on impermanence, loyalty, and the simple joys of a quiet life.