Routledge Essays in Medieval Chinese Literature and History

Explore a deep collection of academic studies with Essays in Medieval Chinese Literature and Cultural History. Published by Routledge as part of the Variorum Collected Studies series, this volume brings together eleven essays by Paul Kroll, a leading scholar of Chinese poetry. This collection focuses on the medieval period, with a specific concentration on the T'ang dynasty. Readers will find significant research on various aspects of Chinese history and literature. The volume includes Kroll's well-known articles regarding the dancing horses of the T'ang period and the historical account of Emperor Hsuan Tsung's abandonment of his capital and the execution of his consort. Additionally, the text provides a look at poems related to the holy mountain T'ai Shan, including detailed studies of the poet Li Po. This book serves as a vital resource for those studying the cultural and literary landscape of medieval China.