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A variety of approaches to open the excerpt from Sister Thuy Kieu (from The Tale of Kieu) by Nguyen Du
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Opening the excerpt from Sister Thuy Kieu
1. Introduction 1
“The poetic sound echoes through the earth and sky
Like the melody of a thousand autumns in the echoing land and water
A thousand years later, remembering Nguyen Du
The affectionate sound is like the mother's lullaby in those days”
(Excerpt from “To Mr. Nguyen Du” - To Huu)
The verses above have expressed the deep gratitude and resonant voice of To Huu towards Nguyen Du - the national poet. The poem also alludes to the success of the work 'The Tale of Kieu' - a masterpiece in modern literature in particular and Vietnamese literature in general. The success of the work is attributed to various factors, especially the art of description and character portrayal. The excerpt 'Sister Thuy Kieu' from the section 'Encounter and Engagement' vividly showcases the mastery of the great poet Nguyen Du in depicting the beauty of 'Each person has their own charm, perfectly tenfold' in the lively portrayal of the two eldest daughters of the Vương family.
2. Introduction 2
'The Tale of Kieu' by the great poet Nguyen Du is one of the literary masterpieces in Vietnamese literature. Besides the scenic descriptions, the art of portraying characters is also a key factor contributing to the exceptional artistic value of the work. This is clearly demonstrated in the excerpt 'Sister Thuy Kieu' from the section 'Encounter and Engagement.' Through richly sculpted verses and a pen inspired by humanism and profound morality, the author Nguyen Du successfully outlines the portrait of the sisters Thuy Kieu, while conveying deep premonitions about the characters' lives.
3. Introduction 3
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