甌北詩話   By: Yi Zhao (1727-1814)

"甌北詩話" is a beautifully written collection of poetry by Yi Zhao that explores themes of nature, love, and memory. The poems are rich in imagery and emotion, capturing the essence of the human experience in a way that is both profound and accessible. Zhao's language is lyrical and evocative, drawing readers into a world of beauty and introspection.

What sets this collection apart is its seamless blend of traditional Chinese poetic forms with a modern sensibility. Each poem is a delicate combination of ancient wisdom and contemporary insight, creating a unique and captivating reading experience. The collection also features stunning illustrations that complement the text, adding an extra layer of beauty to the work.

Overall, "甌北詩話" is a deeply moving and thought-provoking collection that will linger in the minds of readers long after they have finished it. Yi Zhao's talent as a poet shines through in every line, making this a must-read for anyone who appreciates the power of language and art.

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李青蓮詩 　　 李青蓮自是仙靈降生。司馬子微一見，即謂其〔有仙風道骨，可與神遊八極 之表。〕賀知章一見，亦即呼為〔謫仙人〕。放還山後，陳留採訪使李彥允為請 於北海高天師授道。其神采必有迥異乎常人者。詩之不可及處，在乎神識超邁， 飄然而來，忽然而去，不屑屑於雕章琢句，亦不勞勞於鏤心刻骨，自有天馬行空 ，不可羈勒之勢。若論其沉刻則不如杜，雄鷙亦不如韓。然以杜、韓與之比較， 一則用力而不免痕跡，一則不用力而觸手生春，此仙與人之別也。 　　青蓮一生本領，即在五十九首《古風》之第一首，開口便說《大雅》不作， 騷人斯起，然詞多哀怨，已非正聲；至揚、馬益流宕，建安以後，更綺麗不足為 法；迨有唐文運肇興，而己適當其時，將以刪述繼獲麟之後。是其眼光所注，早 已前無古人，後無來者，直欲於千載後上接《風》、《雅》。蓋自信其才分之高 ，趨向之正，足以起八代之衰，而以身任之，非徒大言欺人也。 　　青蓮集中古詩多，律詩少。五律尚有七十餘首，七律只十首而已。蓋�... Continue reading book >>