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滿江紅

By Fei Yue
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A pair of fiery lyric poems convey intense grief over national humiliation and an unyielding resolve to restore the homeland. They blend anguished reflection with vivid martial imagery — stormy skies, ruined towns, deserted villages, and the drive of long campaigns — urging action before youth fades and imagining a return to reclaimed rivers and mountains. The tone moves between lamentation and confident vow, emphasizing sacrifice, memory, and the aim of recovery.

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Fei Yue

Yue Fei was a prominent Chinese general and folk hero during the Southern Song Dynasty, celebrated for his loyalty and military prowess. He is best known for his poem "滿江紅" (Man Jiang Hong), which expresses his patriotic fervor and longing for the reunification of China. Yue Fei's life and legacy have become emblematic of loyalty and resistance against foreign invaders, and he is often revered as a symbol of national pride. His contributions to Chinese literature and history continue to resonate, making him a significant figure in the cultural heritage of China.

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