
A vivid tapestry of Tang‑era verse, this collection gathers Li He’s singular poems, each a compact burst of imagination. From moonlit rivers and phoenix cries to the rustle of bamboo in distant mountains, the pieces weave mythic allusions with fleeting moments of courtly life, creating a world where celestial dragons mingle with humble travelers. The language is spare yet striking, turning ordinary sights—a falling leaf, a night‑gazing crane—into resonant symbols that linger long after the line ends.
Listeners will be drawn into the poet’s restless spirit as he navigates love, loss, and the restless pulse of the seasons. The alternating tones—sometimes wistful, sometimes exuberant—capture the restless energy of a mind that roams both heavenly pavilions and rugged frontier paths. Whether you’re new to classical Chinese poetry or a seasoned admirer, the collection offers a fresh, lyrical journey through a richly imagined past.
Language
zh
Duration
~17 minutes (16K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2008-05-10
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

790–816
A brilliant and unusual voice from the Tang dynasty, this poet became famous for dreamlike, eerie, and intensely imaginative verse. His life was short, but his work left a lasting mark on Chinese poetry.
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