In this historic essay (often referred to as a ‘memorial’) by the Tang dynasty scholar-official Han Yu, the author warns the Emperor against embracing the relic of the Bu⋯ Read the full article

“琴操十首(其一)” by Han Yu is the first poem in a series that honors the qin (a traditional Chinese zither) and the refined cultural significance of its music. In ancient⋯ Read the full article

Although “原毁” (On Criticism or On Slander) is an essay rather than a traditional poem, Han Yu’s eloquent, concise style carries a distinctly poetic power. In this piece⋯ Read the full article

Although known as an essay rather than a traditional poem, Han Yu’s “进学解” (On Advancing in Learning) offers poetic wisdom on the spirit of scholarly dedication. In thi⋯ Read the full article

In “Late Spring,” Han Yu portrays a moment when spring’s colorful grandeur is on the brink of yielding to the warmth and changes of early summer. The poem begins with an ⋯ Read the full article

Although most of Han Yu’s “杂说” (Miscellaneous Essays) are written in prose form rather than verse, they share a poetic sensibility and reveal deep philosophical insight⋯ Read the full article

In “Mountain Rocks,” Han Yu describes a visit to a secluded temple in the mountains at dusk, portraying his sojourn as a moment of serene meditation and liberation from w⋯ Read the full article

In this brief poem, Han Yu affectionately addresses his fellow poet Zhang Ji (张籍), acknowledging both Zhang’s modest circumstances and his steadfast ambition. The poem’⋯ Read the full article

This poem captures Han Yu’s abrupt fall from imperial favor and his determination to uphold integrity despite the risk of exile. He addresses his nephew, Sun Xiang, who h⋯ Read the full article

Although “南山诗” (Poem of the Southern Mountain) by Han Yu may not be as widely referenced as some of his other writings, it nonetheless highlights key themes in the poe⋯ Read the full article

Although often called a “funeral oration,” Han Yu’s “祭十二郎文” is more a personal lament than a structured elegy. Written to commemorate the passing of his Twelfth Youn⋯ Read the full article

Han Yu’s poem, though brief, artfully captures the elusive charm of spring’s earliest days. It opens by painting a scene of light rain drifting over the main streets of t⋯ Read the full article

Often classified as a short essay rather than a poem, Han Yu’s “马说” (“Discourse on Horses”) uses the metaphor of the ‘thousand-li horse’ (千里马) to highlight how genui⋯ Read the full article

Han Yu (768–824), a renowned writer of the Tang dynasty, penned “师说” (“On the Teacher”) as both a critique of societal attitudes toward learning and a call to restore r⋯ Read the full article

In this succinct poem, Wei Yingwu captures the fleeting yet deeply felt sense of companionship and longing that arises on an autumn night. Despite being physically apart ⋯ Read the full article