Hiding in Caverns Formed from Old Roots: The Collected Poems of Yu Xuanji presents the significant works of Yu Xuanji, the esteemed female poet of the Tang Dynasty. The book juxtaposes original Chinese texts with English translations, giving insight into her extraordinary yet short life. Despite the challenges posed by the patriarchal society of her time, Yu Xuanji's legacy has flourished. As a remarkable figure in premodern Chinese literature, her poems resonate with readers interested in the depths of her life experiences and the richness of Tang-era poetry. Translated by Lucas Klein, the collection invites a wide audience to appreciate her art.
Today Yu is one of the most famous poets in premodern Chinese literature. To reach such renown, however, her reputation had to overcome the patriarchal and elitist culture in which she lived.
If you're looking to read remarkable poetry-from the Tang era, pre-modern China, or by women poets-this collection deserves a place on your list.
Yu Xuanji's work becomes even more compelling when you learn about her dramatic life, which was remarkably eventful for someone who died in her mid-twenties.
This book presents the original Chinese texts alongside English translations of her surviving poems, as well as selected writings that illuminate her extraordinary life.
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