Frances Wood
Former Curator of the Chinese Collections at the British Library, discussing the cultural context of Tang poetry and its transmission.
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Feb 24, 2011 • 42min
The Taiping Rebellion
Julia Lovell, a specialist in 19th‑century Chinese cultural and political change; Frances Wood, an expert on Chinese historical sources; and Rana Mitter, a scholar of modern Chinese politics, discuss Hong Xiuquan's rise, Taiping statebuilding, the brutal civil war and foreign involvement. They explore rapid expansion, internal organization, military innovation and the rebellion's vast human and political consequences.
Jun 9, 2022 • 47min
Tang Era Poetry
Tim Barrett, a historian, Tian Yuan Tan, a Chinese literature expert, and Frances Wood, a curator, dive into the artistry of Tang dynasty poetry. They explore the joy-filled verses of Li Bai, celebrated for his vibrant, wine-centric themes, and the somber reflections of Du Fu, who wrote amidst societal turmoil. The discussion highlights the cultural richness of the Tang era, the tension between individual expression and collective struggle, and traces the enduring legacy of these poets in both Chinese literature and beyond.
