{"title":"Ai Qing","description":"\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in the profound and evocative poetry of \u003cem\u003eAi Qing\u003c\/em\u003e, one of China's most revered poets. Known for his vivid imagery and emotive expressions, Ai Qing's work captures the essence of human experience and the beauty of nature. His collection, including the remarkable \u003cem\u003eSelected Poems\u003c\/em\u003e, offers readers a window into the rich landscape of 20th-century Chinese literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAi Qing's poetry is a harmonious blend of personal introspection and a broader reflection on society and culture. He deftly uses language to bridge the gap between the intimate and the universal, making his works both accessible and deeply resonant. Each poem is an exploration of themes such as resilience, nature, and the inexhaustible human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those intrigued by \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e, Ai Qing's poems provide not only poetic beauty but also insight into the cultural and historical backdrop of his time. Whether you are a seasoned reader of poetry or a newcomer curious about Chinese literature, Ai Qing's works are a compelling addition to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"selected-poems-by-ai-qing-9781784877668","title":"Selected Poems","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a cover design and foreword by Ai Weiwei, to coincide with the publication of his memoir, \u003cem\u003e1000 Years of Joys and Sorrows\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA timeless, visionary collection of poems from one of China's most acclaimed poets—now available in English for the first time in a generation and featuring a foreword by his son, contemporary artist and activist Ai Weiwei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most influential poets in Chinese history, Ai Qing is mostly unknown to Western readers, but his work has shaped the nature of poetry in China for decades. Born between the fall of imperial Manchurian rule and the establishment of the Communist People's Republic, Ai Qing was at one time an intimate of Mao Zedong. He would eventually fall out with the leader and be sentenced to hard labour during the Cultural Revolution, when he was exiled to the remote part of the country known as \"Little Siberia\" with his family, including his son, Ai Weiwei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his work, Ai Qing tells the story of a China convulsing in change, leaving behind a legacy of feudalism and imperialism but uncertain what the future will hold. Breaking with traditional forms of Chinese poetry, Ai Qing innovatively adapted free verse, writing with a simple sincerity in clear lines that could be understood by everyday readers. \u003cem\u003eSelected Poems\u003c\/em\u003e of Ai Qing is an extraordinary collection that traces the powerful inner life of this influential poet who crafted poems of protest, who longed for a newer, happier age, and who wrote with a profound lyricism that reaches deep into the heart of the reader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46271981125868,"sku":"9781784877668","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781784877668.jpg?v=1742272689"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/ai-qing.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}