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The New Directions Anthology Of Classical Chinese Poetry
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A Groundbreaking Anthology Of Classical Chinese Translations By Giants Of Modern American Poetry. A Rich Compendium Of Translations, The New Directions Anthology Of Classical Chinese Poetry Is The First Collection To Look At Chinese Poetry Through Its Enormous Influence On American Poetry. Weinberger Begins With Ezra Pound'S Cathay (1915), And Includes Translations By Three Other Major U.S. Poetswilliam Carlos Williams, Kenneth Rexroth, Gary Snyderand An Important Poettranslatorscholar, David Hinton, All Of Whom Have Long Been Associated With New Directions. Moreover, It Is The First General Anthology Ever To Consider The Process Of Translation By Presenting Different Versions Of The Same Poem By Various Translators, As Well As Examples Of The Translators Rewriting Themselves. The Collection, At Once Playful And Instructive, Serves As An Excellent Introduction To The Art And Tradition Of Chinese Poetry, Gathering Some 250 Poems By Nearly 40 Poets. The Anthology Also Includes Previously Uncollected Translations By Pound; A Selection Of Essays On Chinese Poetry By All Five Translators, Some Never Published Before In Book Form; Lu Chi'S Famous Rhymeprose On Literature Translated By Achilles Fang; Biographical Notes That Are A Collage Of Poems And Comments By Both The American Translators And The Chinese Poets Themselves; And Also Weinberger'S Excellent Introduction That Historically Contextualizes The Influence Chinese Poetry Has Had On The Work Of American Poets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The New Directions Anthology of Classical Chinese Poetry' about? A: This anthology is a groundbreaking collection of classical Chinese poetry translated by notable American poets, showcasing the influence of Chinese poetry on American literature. It includes about 250 poems by nearly 40 poets and features different translations of the same poems by various translators.
- Q: Who is the author of this anthology? A: The anthology is authored by Eliot Weinberger, a prominent figure in translating and interpreting Chinese poetry.
- Q: When was this anthology published? A: The New Directions Anthology of Classical Chinese Poetry was published on October 17, 2004.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is a paperback, making it more portable and accessible for readers.
- Q: How many pages does this anthology contain? A: The anthology consists of 242 pages, providing a comprehensive overview of classical Chinese poetry.
- Q: Are there any notable features in this anthology? A: Yes, it features previously uncollected translations by Ezra Pound, essays by the translators, and a historical introduction contextualizing the influence of Chinese poetry on American poets.
- Q: What is the condition of the book if purchased used? A: The listing specifies that it is a used book in good condition, which typically means it has been gently used with minimal wear.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to Chinese poetry? A: Yes, this anthology serves as an excellent introduction to Chinese poetry, making it suitable for readers who are new to the genre.
- Q: Does this anthology include translations from multiple translators? A: Yes, it presents different versions of the same poems by various translators, offering a diverse perspective on the works.
- Q: Are there any essays included in the anthology? A: The anthology includes a selection of essays on Chinese poetry by the translators, some of which have never been published before in book form.