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Embark on a journey through the rich tapestry of Eastern poetic tradition as you explore the profound themes of "Cathay." This podcast invites listeners to delve into the evocative beauty...
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Embark on a journey through the rich tapestry of Eastern poetic tradition as you explore the profound themes of "Cathay." This podcast invites listeners to delve into the evocative beauty of ancient Chinese poetry, as interpreted through the innovative lens of translation and cultural exchange. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating collection of works that illuminate the depth of human experience and the intricate connections between East and West. By bridging historical context and artistic expression, this series highlights the enduring impact of these timeless verses on modern literature and thought. Discover a new book with every episode and immerse yourself in the lyrical rhythms and philosophical insights that continue to resonate across generations. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that celebrate the universal language of poetry and the power of interpretation.
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10 OCT 2026 · The "Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám," particularly in its Fitzgerald 5th edition, presents a collection of quatrains that explore profound themes of existence, love, and the fleeting nature of life. Omar Khayyám's timeless reflections resonate with listeners today, inviting contemplation on the balance between joy and sorrow, the pursuit of knowledge, and the acceptance of life's impermanence. This work remains a celebrated classic, as its lyrical beauty and philosophical depth continue to inspire and provoke thought across generations. Engaging with Khayyám's verses offers a rich opportunity to reflect on the human experience and the universal questions that define our existence. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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12 SEP 2026 · The "Rubaiyat of Umar Khaiyam-Omar Khayyám" is a timeless collection of poetic reflections that delve into the nature of existence, love, and the pursuit of knowledge. Khayyam's verses capture the essence of human experience, exploring themes of fate, the transient nature of life, and the quest for meaning in a world filled with uncertainty. This work remains relevant today, as its contemplative insights resonate with modern listeners who grapple with similar existential questions. The beauty of Khayyam's poetry lies not only in its lyrical elegance but also in its ability to inspire introspection and appreciation for the fleeting moments of life. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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9 SEP 2026 · The Cathay poems appeared in a slim volume in 1915. They are, in effect, Ezra Pound’s English translations/interpretations from notebooks written by the Japanese scholar Ernest Fenollosa. Pound, not knowing any Chinese or Japanese at all, promptly created a new and somewhat complex style of translation, as he had done with words from several other languages. The Cathay poems are primarily written by the Chinese poet Li Po, referred to throughout these translations as Rihaku, the Japanese form of his name. These poems came to have a profound influence on 20th Century poetry, spawning, among other things, the Imagist movement, and helped in the generation of widespread interest in Asian literature and thought. Also included in this collection are two poems from Pound’s 1912 collection Ripostes. “The Seafarer” is another of Pound’s experiments in translation, this one from the Anglo-Saxon. (Summary by Alan Davis-Drake) This episode includes AI-generated content.
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8 SEP 2026 · The Cathay poems appeared in a slim volume in 1915. They are, in effect, Ezra Pound’s English translations/interpretations from notebooks written by the Japanese scholar Ernest Fenollosa. Pound, not knowing any Chinese or Japanese at all, promptly created a new and somewhat complex style of translation, as he had done with words from several other languages. The Cathay poems are primarily written by the Chinese poet Li Po, referred to throughout these translations as Rihaku, the Japanese form of his name. These poems came to have a profound influence on 20th Century poetry, spawning, among other things, the Imagist movement, and helped in the generation of widespread interest in Asian literature and thought. Also included in this collection are two poems from Pound’s 1912 collection Ripostes. “The Seafarer” is another of Pound’s experiments in translation, this one from the Anglo-Saxon. (Summary by Alan Davis-Drake) This episode includes AI-generated content.
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7 SEP 2026 · The Cathay poems appeared in a slim volume in 1915. They are, in effect, Ezra Pound’s English translations/interpretations from notebooks written by the Japanese scholar Ernest Fenollosa. Pound, not knowing any Chinese or Japanese at all, promptly created a new and somewhat complex style of translation, as he had done with words from several other languages. The Cathay poems are primarily written by the Chinese poet Li Po, referred to throughout these translations as Rihaku, the Japanese form of his name. These poems came to have a profound influence on 20th Century poetry, spawning, among other things, the Imagist movement, and helped in the generation of widespread interest in Asian literature and thought. Also included in this collection are two poems from Pound’s 1912 collection Ripostes. “The Seafarer” is another of Pound’s experiments in translation, this one from the Anglo-Saxon. (Summary by Alan Davis-Drake) This episode includes AI-generated content.
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6 SEP 2026 · The Cathay poems appeared in a slim volume in 1915. They are, in effect, Ezra Pound’s English translations/interpretations from notebooks written by the Japanese scholar Ernest Fenollosa. Pound, not knowing any Chinese or Japanese at all, promptly created a new and somewhat complex style of translation, as he had done with words from several other languages. The Cathay poems are primarily written by the Chinese poet Li Po, referred to throughout these translations as Rihaku, the Japanese form of his name. These poems came to have a profound influence on 20th Century poetry, spawning, among other things, the Imagist movement, and helped in the generation of widespread interest in Asian literature and thought. Also included in this collection are two poems from Pound’s 1912 collection Ripostes. “The Seafarer” is another of Pound’s experiments in translation, this one from the Anglo-Saxon. (Summary by Alan Davis-Drake) This episode includes AI-generated content.
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5 SEP 2026 · The Cathay poems appeared in a slim volume in 1915. They are, in effect, Ezra Pound’s English translations/interpretations from notebooks written by the Japanese scholar Ernest Fenollosa. Pound, not knowing any Chinese or Japanese at all, promptly created a new and somewhat complex style of translation, as he had done with words from several other languages. The Cathay poems are primarily written by the Chinese poet Li Po, referred to throughout these translations as Rihaku, the Japanese form of his name. These poems came to have a profound influence on 20th Century poetry, spawning, among other things, the Imagist movement, and helped in the generation of widespread interest in Asian literature and thought. Also included in this collection are two poems from Pound’s 1912 collection Ripostes. “The Seafarer” is another of Pound’s experiments in translation, this one from the Anglo-Saxon. (Summary by Alan Davis-Drake) This episode includes AI-generated content.
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4 SEP 2026 · The Cathay poems appeared in a slim volume in 1915. They are, in effect, Ezra Pound’s English translations/interpretations from notebooks written by the Japanese scholar Ernest Fenollosa. Pound, not knowing any Chinese or Japanese at all, promptly created a new and somewhat complex style of translation, as he had done with words from several other languages. The Cathay poems are primarily written by the Chinese poet Li Po, referred to throughout these translations as Rihaku, the Japanese form of his name. These poems came to have a profound influence on 20th Century poetry, spawning, among other things, the Imagist movement, and helped in the generation of widespread interest in Asian literature and thought. Also included in this collection are two poems from Pound’s 1912 collection Ripostes. “The Seafarer” is another of Pound’s experiments in translation, this one from the Anglo-Saxon. (Summary by Alan Davis-Drake) This episode includes AI-generated content.
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3 SEP 2026 · The Cathay poems appeared in a slim volume in 1915. They are, in effect, Ezra Pound’s English translations/interpretations from notebooks written by the Japanese scholar Ernest Fenollosa. Pound, not knowing any Chinese or Japanese at all, promptly created a new and somewhat complex style of translation, as he had done with words from several other languages. The Cathay poems are primarily written by the Chinese poet Li Po, referred to throughout these translations as Rihaku, the Japanese form of his name. These poems came to have a profound influence on 20th Century poetry, spawning, among other things, the Imagist movement, and helped in the generation of widespread interest in Asian literature and thought. Also included in this collection are two poems from Pound’s 1912 collection Ripostes. “The Seafarer” is another of Pound’s experiments in translation, this one from the Anglo-Saxon. (Summary by Alan Davis-Drake) This episode includes AI-generated content.
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2 SEP 2026 · The Cathay poems appeared in a slim volume in 1915. They are, in effect, Ezra Pound’s English translations/interpretations from notebooks written by the Japanese scholar Ernest Fenollosa. Pound, not knowing any Chinese or Japanese at all, promptly created a new and somewhat complex style of translation, as he had done with words from several other languages. The Cathay poems are primarily written by the Chinese poet Li Po, referred to throughout these translations as Rihaku, the Japanese form of his name. These poems came to have a profound influence on 20th Century poetry, spawning, among other things, the Imagist movement, and helped in the generation of widespread interest in Asian literature and thought. Also included in this collection are two poems from Pound’s 1912 collection Ripostes. “The Seafarer” is another of Pound’s experiments in translation, this one from the Anglo-Saxon. (Summary by Alan Davis-Drake) This episode includes AI-generated content.
Embark on a journey through the rich tapestry of Eastern poetic tradition as you explore the profound themes of "Cathay." This podcast invites listeners to delve into the evocative beauty...
show more
Embark on a journey through the rich tapestry of Eastern poetic tradition as you explore the profound themes of "Cathay." This podcast invites listeners to delve into the evocative beauty of ancient Chinese poetry, as interpreted through the innovative lens of translation and cultural exchange. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating collection of works that illuminate the depth of human experience and the intricate connections between East and West. By bridging historical context and artistic expression, this series highlights the enduring impact of these timeless verses on modern literature and thought. Discover a new book with every episode and immerse yourself in the lyrical rhythms and philosophical insights that continue to resonate across generations. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that celebrate the universal language of poetry and the power of interpretation.
This show includes AI-generated content.
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