Song of the Palace
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On the Lake (a child)
A little child paddles a little boat,
Drifting about, and picking white lotuses.
He does not know how to hide his tracks,
And duckweed’s opened up along his path.
Bai Juyi (772-846) was a Chinese poet of the Tang Dynasty known for his simple, direct style and his focus on everyday life and common people. His poetry often dealt with themes of love, friendship, and social justice, and he is considered one of the greatest poets in Chinese history. Some of his notable works include "The Song of Everlasting Sorrow" and "A Pipa Song".