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Poetic Dialogue Beyond Imagery: A Comparative Study of Li Shangyin’s Untitled Poem and Yeats’ Sailing to Byzantium from the Perspective of Symbolism

Authors
Mingzhi Geng1, *
1College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
*Corresponding author. Email: gengmingzhi@foxmail.com
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Mingzhi Geng
Available Online 2 September 2024.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-277-4_185How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Symbolism; Li Shangyin; Untitled Poem; W.B. Yeats; Sailing to Byzantium; Somparative poetry
Abstract

This comparative study explores the poetic dialogue between Li Shangyin’s Untitled Poem and W.B. Yeats’ “Sailing to Byzantium” from the perspective of symbolism. The research delves into the inner logic and aesthetic value of their symbolic exchanges, examining the masterful use of symbolism by both poets in their respective cultural and historical contexts. The study identifies commonalities in their utilization of symbolism, such as the visualization of abstract concepts, the borrowing of classical elements, and the deployment of contrasting techniques, while highlighting differences in the construction of their symbolic systems, thematic tendencies, and choice of symbols, which reflect the unique artistic styles and cultural backgrounds of each poet. The comparative analysis uncovers the intricate interplay of symbolic themes and unique cultural expressions across different times, geographies, and literary traditions.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 2024 10th International Conference on Humanities and Social Science Research (ICHSSR 2024)
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Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
2 September 2024
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978-2-38476-277-4
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2352-5398
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