The Alchemy of the Poet
Zhang Shuming
A true poet
Must have their own exclusive secret
That is
Alchemy
A unique skill

A poet's ability to turn stone into gold
Must have been
By the muse herself.
By the muse herself
And favored by the muse herself.

A talent like that
"is rare to find.
"He ascended with his soul to the heavens.
In the days when we lived and died together.
I've learned the secrets of the world.

The beautiful mountains and the birds and the flowers.
I've got a hint of what I'm about to say.
"I've gained
Sharp senses
The light of fire reflects the heart of heaven and earth

A marvelous interpretation
Reveals the life
A long...