An Overview of Chinese Ci Poetry and Opera

By Mei Wu

Wu Mei devoted his life's work to the study of traditional theater and prosody, with An Introduction to Chinese Opera standing as a definitive monograph in his scholarly repertoire. This seminal text chronicles the historical evolution of Chinese musical-dramatic arts spanning from the Jin and Yuan dynasties through the Ming and Qing periods, encompassing both sanqu lyric poetry and operatic forms. Distinguished by its comprehensive scope, incisive critical discourse, and profound cultural impact, the treatise has been acclaimed and venerated by eminent scholars since its publication for its unparalleled academic rigor. Recognized as an indispensable reference in sinological performing arts research, this magnum opus continues to inform contemporary scholarship through its systematic documentation of China's theatrical heritage.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1965890210
• ISBN13: 9781965890219
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Chicago Academic Press
• Length: 756 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 1.7" x 6.0"