Long Song Lyrics (Manci) of the Song Dynasty: Su Shi - Meditation on the Past
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Su Shi does not only expand the subject matter of the ci poetry, but also gives his song lyrics a genuine personal voice, an unambiguous autobiographical tone as that found in the shi poetry. Guest Host: Prof. Lian Xinda
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