Project Gutenberg 2008-05-14 Public domain in the USA. 533 Li, Yu 1611 李漁 李渔 闲情偶寄 Xian Qing Ou Ji 閒情偶寄 Produced by Zheng Ya Zhu "闲情偶寄" by Yu Li is a philosophical discourse on the art of poetry and song, particularly focusing on the craft of lyricism and dramatic writing. This work likely belongs to the late 19th century, encompassing ideas from both classical Chinese literature and more modern interpretations of artistic expression. The book delves into the intricate relationship between musicality, structure, and expression in lyrical forms, suggesting that mastery in this craft is paramount for any writer seeking recognition or legacy. The opening of "闲情偶寄" introduces readers to a discussion on the importance of lyric writing and its perceived status among literary skills. The author reflects on the historical significance of well-crafted lyrics and their ability to outshine even grand historical narratives. He emphasizes that even emperors have gained renown through their expertise in lyricism, illustrating its cultural significance. By critiquing past and contemporary approaches to lyric creation, the author sets the stage for a deeper exploration of how emotional depth, thematic cohesion, and rhythmic precision contribute to the success of lyrical works in the realm of performance and literature. This opening lays a foundation for a thoughtful examination of artistic standards and the challenges faced by writers in expressing their creativity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) zh PL Text Browsing: Language & Communication Browsing: Literature Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches 529109 2025-06-10T12:48:46.585408 text/html 528930 2025-01-10T12:33:24.617124 text/html 302092 2025-06-10T12:48:52.528417 application/epub+zip 307601 2025-06-10T12:48:48.634431 application/epub+zip 307604 2025-06-10T12:48:47.355392 application/epub+zip 573923 2025-06-10T12:48:55.320374 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 564595 2025-06-10T12:48:51.770359 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 539890 2022-09-12T04:18:41.852624 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 506228 2025-06-10T12:48:46.247467 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 506109 2021-01-03T14:57:40 text/plain; charset=utf-8 238897 2021-01-03T14:57:40 text/plain; charset=utf-8 application/zip 16945 2025-06-10T12:48:55.472356 application/rdf+xml 10007 2025-06-10T12:48:47.948399 image/jpeg 2573 2025-06-10T12:48:47.655381 image/jpeg 298531 2025-06-10T12:48:46.644441 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia