Includes bibliographical references (pages 213-259) and index.
Music, dance and the sound of poetry. Music, dance and words -- From pictures and graphs to words -- The music of poetry -- Painting, theatre and the imagery of poetry. History of painting -- Imagery and narrative of nature -- Rhythm and imagery of feeling -- Poetry on stage -- A few final words.
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"This cultural history of Chinese demonstrates that the language grew and responded to its music and visual expression in a manner very similar to contemporary English and other western languages. This study shows how language has expanded the scope of Chinese imagination and offers a glimpse into the future of younger languages throughout the world"--Provided by publisher.