poems from China

noodles · 03-09-2004, 10:09 AM

here's a rhymed translation of Mao Zedong, the late President of China. i 'd like u to share with me your response and comments on the translation, though i know most of u prefer free verse.

Inscription on a photograph of Chinese militia women

Bright and brave, with rifle five feet long,
At early dawn they shine on the drilling place.
Most Chinese daughters have a desire strong,
To face the powder, and not powder the face.

03-09-2004, 10:09 AM	#1
noodles Wet Nurse's Aide Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 40	poems from China here's a rhymed translation of Mao Zedong, the late President of China. i 'd like u to share with me your response and comments on the translation, though i know most of u prefer free verse. Inscription on a photograph of Chinese militia women Bright and brave, with rifle five feet long, At early dawn they shine on the drilling place. Most Chinese daughters have a desire strong, To face the powder, and not powder the face.

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