Features
Poetry Library
The Poetry Library contains classic poetry from pre-Qin times to the modern era, perfectly integrating Chinese literary treasures with character learning.
Poetry Hall
Visit the Poetry Library to explore the vast world of Chinese poetry.
Browsing Options
- All Poetry: Browse all poems in chronological order.
- Filter by Dynasty: Select specific dynasties (Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, Qing, etc.).
- Filter by Poet: Browse all works by a specific poet.
- Filter by Form: Five-character quatrains, seven-character regulated verse, ci poetry, qu songs, etc.
Smart Search
- Keyword Search: Enter verse fragments or theme words.
- Poet Search: Search directly by poet name.
- Title Search: Find poems by exact title.
Poetry Details
Click any poem to enter its detail page for an immersive classical literature experience.
Content Display
- Original Text: Complete poem in classical layout.
- Pinyin Annotation: Pinyin for each character.
- Modern Translation: Accessible modern language translation.
- Appreciation: Professional analysis of imagery and technique.
Background Information
- Author Biography: Poet's life and creative style.
- Creation Context: Historical period and circumstances of composition.
- Dynasty Overview: Historical and cultural background of the era.
Poetry Practice
Every poem can serve as learning material with dedicated practice modes.
Practice Flow
- Read the Poem: First experience the overall rhythm.
- Character-by-Character: Enter practice mode to master each character.
- Stroke Writing: Practice writing on the interactive canvas.
- Pinyin Matching: Reinforce character-sound associations.
Practice Settings
- Choose Mode: Stroke practice / Pinyin challenge / Memory mode.
- Skip Mastered: Automatically skip characters you've already learned.
- Audio Reading: Enable full poem recitation.
Poet Pages
Click a poet's name to enter their dedicated page.
Page Contents
- Poet Portrait: Classical portrait or artistic representation.
- Life Timeline: Key life events and creative journey.
- Representative Works: Selected most iconic works.
- Complete Works: All poems by this poet in the platform.
Dynasty Pages
Explore literature from different periods by dynasty classification.
Included Dynasties
| Dynasty | Characteristics | Representative Poets |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Qin | Book of Songs, Chu Ci | Qu Yuan |
| Han | Yuefu, Ancient Poetry | Sima Xiangru |
| Tang | Golden Age of Poetry | Li Bai, Du Fu, Bai Juyi |
| Song | Peak of Ci Poetry | Su Shi, Li Qingzhao, Xin Qiji |
| Yuan | Rise of Qu Songs | Ma Zhiyuan, Guan Hanqing |
| Ming-Qing | Poetry Renaissance | Nalan Xingde, Gong Zizhen |
Learning Tips
- Progress Gradually: Start with simple five-character quatrains, then tackle longer poems.
- Thematic Learning: Focus on themes of interest (farewell, nostalgia, nature, etc.).
- Recitation Practice: Use the audio feature to recite repeatedly and develop language sense.
- Combine with Courses: Study systematically with the "Classical Poetry" course packages.