Spring in the Ruined City

Set during the Tang dynasty, a pinnacle of Chinese poetry, the work highlights the era's celebrated poets, particularly Du Fu, who is often hailed as the greatest. Du Fu's poetry is notable for its striking imagery and modernist elements, aiming to surprise his readers. Alongside his avant-garde pieces, he also captures the joys of everyday life, reflecting on themes of friendship and nature in his lighter verses. This duality showcases the depth of his artistry and the richness of the period's literary landscape.