Lute Of Jade: Being Selections From The Classical Poets Of China (1909)

A Lute of Jade is a collection of selected poems from classical Chinese poets, compiled and translated by Launcelot Cranmer-Byng. Published in 1909, the book features a wide range of poets from different dynasties, including Li Bai, Du Fu, Wang Wei, and many others. The poems are translated into English, with a focus on maintaining the original meaning and essence of the Chinese language. The book is divided into different sections, each exploring a specific theme, such as nature, love, and spirituality. The collection is accompanied by an introduction that provides context and background information on the poets and their works. A Lute of Jade is a timeless masterpiece that offers readers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of China through its poetry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.