A Memory
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July 5, 2023
Song of the Palace
Her handkerchief all soaked in tears, she cannot dream,
In deepest night before the palace voices sing.
Her rosy cheeks aren’t old, but first love has been cut,
Leaning, wreathed in smoke, she sits until the dawn.
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".