Harriet Monroe, ed. (1860–1936). The New Poetry: An Anthology. 1917.
On Being Denied Admittance to a Friend’s GardenLouise S. Hammond, trans.
From “Poems from the Chinese”
In the original syllabic and rhyme scheme, to accompany the Chinese chanting tunes.
In the original syllabic and rhyme scheme, to accompany the Chinese chanting tunes.
By Yeh Shih (Sung Dynasty)
A
You cannot check the spring’s play;
For free above your proud wall
There hangs one apricot spray.