Poetry in China for many centuries has been a joy for ordinary people, a joy for intellectuals, a way to express the most intimate. Be it a folk song or a poem by a recognized master - every word remains in the history of Chinese literature. The author talks about the poetry of China from ancient songs to lyrics of the early XX century. From the book you will learn about the main poetic genres and styles, famous collections, influential and talented poets, groupings and trends. The publication is intended for a wide range of readers.