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Xi Chuan

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Xi Chuan

Xi Chuan grew up during the upheaval of the Cultural Revolution (1966-76) and is now considered one of the most well-known poets affiliated with the avant-garde literary scene in China. He is professor of English literature and Dean of Arts of the Central Academy of Fine Arts, and a member of the board of directors of the Chinese Poets' Association. He has published several collections of poems in addition to a play and translations. His poetry has been widely anthologized and translated into more than ten languages.

 

Articles by Xi Chuan

Discovery
By Xi Chuan
even ants tremble at nightfall
Translated from Chinese by Diana Shi & George O’Connell
Landing
By Xi Chuan
Flying over God's mountains, canyons, wastelands
Translated from Chinese by Diana Shi & George O’Connell
Moon
By Xi Chuan
So many things follow us / like the moon, listening for our primal cries.
Translated from Chinese by Diana Shi & George O’Connell
At 30
By Xi Chuan
The first ten years of my life,
Translated from Chinese by Diana Shi & George O’Connell