Translations of Chinese poems and prose, circa 1858
Scope and Contents
'Translation of a Cantonese "Squib" upbraiding one of the officials for his covetousness': an English translation by Robert Hart of a lampoon in prose and verse against Lew Tae-yang (senior assistant of the Pwan-yu magistrate in Canton), 15 October 1858, 1 bifolio, including a drawing of a coffin and an explanatory note by Hart. There is also 'Translation of a Chinese Ballad found in the Western Suburbs': an English translation by Hart of a poem beginning 'Yeh and his deeds I sing, who all our troubles caused', including a textual note by Hart (1858?), 1 bifolio.
Dates
- Creation: circa 1858
Creator
- From the Fonds: Parkes, Sir Harry Smith, 1828-1885 (Knight, diplomat) (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
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Extent
2 item(s) (2 bifolios)
Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Fair condition, but the first sheet is torn.
Repository Details
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