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On the Similarities and Differences in the Poetic Pursuits of Yang Tianshi and Wan Junren—Also on the Contemporary Dilemmas of Classical Chinese Poetry Creation
Qingqing Gao
Institute of Ancient History, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, Beijing 100101, China.
*Corresponding author: Qingqing Gao
Published: May 28,2026
Abstract
Mr. Yang Tianshi and Mr. Wan Junren are distinguished contemporary Chinese scholars, both having made fruitful contributions in their respective research fields. Beyond academic research, they have composed a considerable number of classical Chinese poems. Their poetic creations share common features: a keen concern for reality, the expression of lofty aspirations, and adeptness at occasional and social verse. Meanwhile, each demonstrates unique attainments and stylistic characteristics in the thematic content related to their academic expertise and individual writing styles. Their poems reflect profound thinking and carry distinctive humanistic warmth, naturally blending traditional poetic charm with modern spiritual connotations. They also serve as fine models of contemporary scholars’ poetry, offering us a window into the current state of its creation. As a precious treasure and indispensable component of Chinese culture, classical Chinese poetry currently faces contemporary dilemmas, including insufficient creators and a lack of high-quality works. The creative endeavors of the two scholars have infused new vitality into the inheritance and development of classical Chinese poetry.
Keywords
Yang Tianshi; Wan Junren; classical Chinese poetry; contemporary dilemmas
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On the Similarities and Differences in the Poetic Pursuits of Yang Tianshi and Wan Junren—Also on the Contemporary Dilemmas of Classical Chinese Poetry Creation
How to cite this paper: Qingqing Gao. (2026) On the Similarities and Differences in the Poetic Pursuits of Yang Tianshi and Wan Junren—Also on the Contemporary Dilemmas of Classical Chinese Poetry Creation. Journal of Humanities, Arts and Social Science, 10(5), 554-559.
DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.26855/jhass.2026.05.008