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Nguyen Du's "The Tale of Kieu"


Nguyen Du's "The Tale of Kieu"
An introduction to Nguyen Du's epic poem, "The Tale of Kieu".
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages) | 2 sources | MLA | 2004 United States


Paper Summary:

This paper discusses the Vietnamese epic poem by Nguyen Du, "The Tale of Kieu," that depicts the similarities and differences between its two lovers, Kieu and Kim. The paper examines and analyzes the theme of the poem about the meeting of kindred spirits.

From the Paper:

"Nguyet Cam maintains if Shakespeare's work represents the greatest literary achievement in the English language then, Nguyen Du's line masterpiece, "The Tale of Kieu" can be considered the pinnacle of classical Vietnamese literature. The opening of Nguyen Du's "The Tale of Kieu" offers an introductory saying: "Of course when two kin spirits meet one tie soon binds them in a knot none can yank loose". Such kin spirits are Kieu and Kim. Through upheaval of dynasties, murder, kidnapping prostitution and..."

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APA Citation:

Nguyen Du's "The Tale of Kieu" (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 13, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Analytical-Essay-Nguyen-Du's-The-Tale-of-Kieu/72923

MLA Citation:

"Nguyen Du's "The Tale of Kieu"" 15 January 2012. Web. 13 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Analytical-Essay-Nguyen-Du's-The-Tale-of-Kieu/72923>




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