At once a revered canon associated with Confucius and the earliest anthology of poetry, the Book of Poems holds a unique place in Chinese literary history. Since early imperial times it served as an ideal of literary perfection, as it provided a basis for defining shi poetry, the most esteemed genre of elite composition. In imperial China, however, literary criticism and classi...(展开全部)

Join Professor Helen Vendler in her course lecture on the Yeats poem "Among School Children." View her insightful and passionate analysis along with a condensed reading and student comments on the course. Helen Vendler has become one of our most trusted companions in reading poetry. Among critics today she has an unrivaled ability to show--lucidly and invitingly--just what a ...(展开全部)

"To teach correct Latin and to explain the poets" were the two standard duties of Roman teachers. Not only was a command of literary Latin a prerequisite for political and social advancement, but a sense of Latin's history and importance contributed to the Romans' understanding of their own cultural identity. Put plainly, philology — the study of language and texts — was import...(展开全部)

The idea of finding a 'third way' in politics has become a focus of discussion across the world. Political leaders, in the US, Europe, Asia and Latin America claim to be following its principles. Yet the notion has also attracted much criticism. Some say it is an empty concept without any real content. Critics from the more traditional left argue that it is a betrayal of left-w...(展开全部)

Review 'There is now a global attempt to apply progressive values in new ways. The debate about the Third Way is vital to politics in the 21st century. This book is an important contribution to the debate.' Tony Blair, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom 'This is a crucial period for the European Union. We need new thinking about democracy and economic development. Tony Gidden...(展开全部)

(Beville's) English translation has been highly lauded... -- Yomiuri Newspaper, Aug. 18th, 2002 For whatever reason, certain poets become spokespersons for their age. Chuya seems to have won that role... -- Leza Lowitz, The Japan Times, May 12th, 2002 I imagine this was tough work since rhythm is central to Chuya's poetry. (This translation) is truly wonderful. -- The Nishinipp...(展开全部)

(Beville's) English translation has been highly lauded... -- Yomiuri Newspaper, Aug. 18th, 2002 For whatever reason, certain poets become spokespersons for their age. Chuya seems to have won that role... -- Leza Lowitz, The Japan Times, May 12th, 2002 I imagine this was tough work since rhythm is central to Chuya's poetry. (This translation) is truly wonderful. -- The Nishinipp...(展开全部)

in the mirror there is always this moment this moment leads to the door of rebirth the door opens to the sea the rose of time --Bei Dao The Rose of Time: New & Selected Poems presents a glowing selection of poetry by contemporary China's most celebrated poet, Bei Dao. From his earliest work, Bei Dao developed a wholly original poetic language composed of mysterious and arrestin...(展开全部)

in the mirror there is always this moment this moment leads to the door of rebirth the door opens to the sea the rose of time --Bei Dao The Rose of Time: New & Selected Poems presents a glowing selection of poetry by contemporary China's most celebrated poet, Bei Dao. From his earliest work, Bei Dao developed a wholly original poetic language composed of mysterious and arrestin...(展开全部)