Infinite new verses : The story of Chinese poetry [1]

Roshan Doug

Poet and broadcaster, Roshan Doug, visits China to discover how poetry has reflected and defined Chinese identity and culture for thousands of years.

CD 1 concentrates on the 20th century with poetry reflecting the end of imperialism, the years under Chairman Mao, the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre and the new sense of optimism in China.

CD 2 examines the strict rules of rhythm, rhyme and theme. CDs feature interviews with Poets Mang Ke and Crystal as well as comments by academics, poets, publishers and critics.

CH POEM 2:1(CD) Open Access