{"title":"Li Qingzhao","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the evocative world of \u003cem\u003eLi Qingzhao\u003c\/em\u003e, one of China's most celebrated poets, through our carefully curated collection. As an eminent figure from the Song Dynasty, Li Qingzhao's works offer a poignant glimpse into the rich tapestry of ancient Chinese culture and the human experience. Her poetry is renowned for its delicate beauty and emotional depth, capturing themes of love, longing, and the passage of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly noted for her ci poetry, Li Qingzhao mastered this lyrical form, making it both an artistic and personal exploration of her life and surroundings. Our collection includes \u003cem\u003eThe Magpie at Night\u003c\/em\u003e, a selection that delves into her artistry and provides insights into the cultural and historical context of her work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a lover of poetry or new to the genre, Li Qingzhao’s exquisite use of language and imagery will take you on a journey through the nuanced landscape of Arts \u0026amp; Culture during the Song Dynasty. Discover the timeless elegance of her writing and the enduring legacy that continues to resonate with readers around the world. Embrace the poetic genius of Li Qingzhao and let her words transport you to a world of introspection and beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-magpie-at-night-by-li-qingzhao-9780241774076","title":"The Magpie at Night","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA luminous new translation of one of the greatest poets in Chinese history\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLi Qingzhao is justly celebrated for her place in Chinese literary history. She was a poet with a wry, unsentimental style and a rich sense of melody. Her \u003cem\u003eci\u003c\/em\u003e—lyrics that were originally set to music—are glorious in their depth and genius, spare and arresting on the line. They evoke with rare immediacy the haunting beauty of country life during the Song dynasty; the unseen, restive labour of the poet; and Li Qingzhao's bracing take on what it means to create art as a woman in the shadow of exile, war, imprisonment, and an unwelcoming literary establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Wendy Chen's splendid new translation, each poem is as sharp and fresh as the edge of a new spring leaf. These richly textured bolts of melody are masterpieces of verse, as resonant and bracing today as they were in the eleventh century; and they underscore Li Qingzhao's status as a necessary and iconic literary figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47363127148780,"sku":"9780241774076","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/244433f0a9b8e20e3faa91af2eb4940f.jpg?v=1772931472"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/li-qingzhao.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}