Chinese poetry
Li Bai's art
Chinese poetry is the poetic tradition of China, spanning over three thousand years and encompassing forms from classical verse to modern free poetry.
Classical Chinese poetry follows strict tonal patterns and line lengths—the regulated verse of Tang Dynasty poets like Li Bai and Du Fu represents its highest achievement.
Major forms include the *shi* (lyric poetry), *ci* (song lyrics), and *fu* (rhapsody).
The tradition profoundly influenced Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese literature.
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