On the Characteristics of Du Mu's "Seven Musts"
The characteristics of his seven epic poems are as follows: first, the discussion is full of historical records; Second, it is implicit and there is no need to say it; Third, on the list of major events, mention Chen's illness and benefits, reveal boldness and lash out forcefully; Fourthly, the travel works are lyrical, which contains but does not reveal; Fifth, the scenery is nostalgic, the artistic conception is far-reaching and the emotional charm is long. Du Mu's poems have the function of connecting the past with the future and occupy an important position in the literary history of the Tang Dynasty.