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U.S. Poet Laureate Arthur Sze Elevates Tang Poetry

1/2/2026

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Arthur Sze, the U.S. poet laureate (the 25th), emphasizes careful translation of Tang poetry and handwrites Chinese characters.
Over five decades, he has completed 75 translations and selects only poems he loves.
He values conversations with the original poets to enhance his work.
As the Library of Congress' first Asian-American poet laureate consultant, he aims to promote poetry appreciation.

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Story summary

Arthur Sze, the U.S. poet laureate (the 25th), emphasizes careful translation of Tang poetry and handwrites Chinese characters.
Over five decades, he has completed 75 translations and selects only poems he loves.
He values conversations with the original poets to enhance his work.
As the Library of Congress' first Asian-American poet laureate consultant, he aims to promote poetry appreciation.