Qu Yuan Books

Qu Yuan was a Chinese poet and minister from the Warring States period, renowned for his contributions to classical Chinese verse. His work, particularly the poems collected in the Chu Ci anthology, forms one of the two foundational collections of ancient Chinese poetry. While historical details about his life are sparse and his authorship of many Chu Ci poems has been debated, he is widely credited with writing Li Sao, the most famous piece within the collection. Qu Yuan's legacy extends beyond literature, being associated with the origins of the Dragon Boat Festival.