Han Yü
Americannoun
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Han Yü also gave his pupil a farewell verse: How many here below allow themselves to be inebriated by the love of honours and pelf!
From Myths and Legends of China by Werner, E. T. C. (Edward Theodore Chalmers)
“What is the meaning of these verses?” asked Han Yü.
From Myths and Legends of China by Werner, E. T. C. (Edward Theodore Chalmers)
Han Yü of the eighth and ninth centuries was one of China's most brilliant statesmen and writers, and rose rapidly to the highest offices of State.
From China and the Chinese by Giles, Herbert Allen
Han Yü was depressed at the thought of the damp climate of his place of exile.
From Myths and Legends of China by Werner, E. T. C. (Edward Theodore Chalmers)
The Emperor was furious, and Han Yü narrowly escaped with his life.
From China and the Chinese by Giles, Herbert Allen
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