In terms of literature, Li Bai, as a poet, has a greater influence than Su Shi; However, this influence is not purely literary, and Su Shi's influence is even greater if all aspects are integrated.
Li Bai, who has given us the greatest influence, has written many romantic poems, and there are indeed many famous works that have been told through the ages, such as Silent Night Thinking of Homesickness, A Gift to Wang Lun of Friendship, it is hard to go, Coming into Wine and so on, which I mentioned in my previous question and answer. But throughout his life, except for poetry, Li Bai was not proud of his official career. To be honest, he didn't make any great achievements.
The ancients said that virtue and meritorious service are immortal, so I think we should consider it in many aspects.
Su Shi, or Su Dongpo, which is more familiar to everyone, is slightly inferior to Li Bai in terms of poetry, but Tang poetry and Song poetry, Tang poetry and Li Bai, Song poetry and Su Dongpo. Su Dongpo is not only a poet and essayist in China, but also a first-rate painter and calligrapher. Not only that, he was also a famous politician and doer in the Northern Song Dynasty! Or give him a few titles, he is still a famous foodie, engineer and historical master of water control.
First, Su Dongpo was born smart, knew Buddhism at a touch, and often interacted with monks (Fo Yin, as we all know, had many jokes between them), so Su Dongpo was the first to put Buddhism into poetry; Literati painting is a new school founded by Su Dongpo on China painting, which adds unique advantages to our art in China.
Secondly, in terms of practical work, Su Dongpo was appointed as the prefect of Hangzhou in 189. Here, in just one and a half years, he built a clean water supply system and a hospital for Hangzhou. Su Dongpo allocated 2, yuan from public funds and donated 5 taels of gold to build this hospital in Zhong 'an Bridge in the center of Hangzhou? Anlefang? Is the earliest public hospital in China. After the completion of the canal, Su Causeway showed great courage, even though it disagreed with the imperial court and local officials, and worked alone to relieve hunger. No matter the central or local governments, Huangzhou, Hangzhou and Danzhou, everywhere Su Dongpo goes, he benefits the people!
Third, Su Dongpo's prose includes The Theory of Waiting for Hou, The Theory of Chao Cuo, Ci Zuo, Nian Nujiao? Red Cliff Nostalgia "and" Water Tune "? When will there be a bright moon? These are all famous works through the ages! A song "Dingfengbo" is my favorite!
don't listen to the sound of beating leaves through the forest, why not sing and walk slowly? Bamboo poles and straw sandals are more nimble than riding, what is the terrible thing? A raincoat of coir raincoat, let the wind and rain, still live my life.
The chilly spring breeze wakes me up, and it's slightly cold, but the hills are slanting to greet me. Looking back at the place to meet the wind and rain, go back, for me, there is no wind and rain, or fine weather.
On the whole, it's still Su Dongpo's personality spirit. Here is a quote from Mr. Lin Yutang's biography of Su Dongpo. If I mention Su Dongpo, there will always be a kind and admirable smile in China. Perhaps this can best sum up everything about Su Dongpo? .