The Selected Poems of Po Chu-I, Po Chu-I. Published by New Directions Publishing Corporation, 1999. First separate edition. Illustrated stiff wraps. 8vo up to 9½” tall., 201pp. In fine, unmarked condition.
The quintessential Chinese poet, translated by David Hinton, recipient of the Harold Morton Landon Translation Award.
Generally acclaimed as one of China’s greatest poets, Po Chü-I (772-846 C.E.) practiced a poetry of everyday human concerns and clear plain-spoken language. In spite of his preeminent stature, this is the first edition of his poetry to appear in the West.
