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Differences between The Book of Songs and Songs of the South.

First, The Book of Songs and Songs of the South

Based on the simple realism of social life, The Book of Songs reflects the social outlook from the Western Zhou Dynasty to the mid-Spring and Autumn Period (1 1 century to the 6th century). Chu Ci was written by Qu Yuan and his followers, describing personal feelings and fantasies.

Second, the form

The Book of Songs is mainly composed of four words, with neat sentences, strict rhymes and conciseness. "Songs of the South" is mainly composed of six words, long sentences, slow rhythm, gorgeous romance.

Third, style.

The Book of Songs shows the simplicity, honesty and hard work of the ancient people in China. The Songs of the South pay attention to gorgeous, delicate, romantic, mysterious and bizarre language.