Core of the Sage.

Summary

Du Yu's poem "Ascending the Stork Tower" gains immense popularity across the Tang dynasty, captivating children and even an old woodcutter who understands its beauty despite lacking formal education. This infuriates scholars like Zheng Jing, who dismiss the poem as a mere children's song. However, a miraculous event occurs as the Yellow River flows upstream, a phenomenon attributed to Du Yu's poem, elevating its significance. Scholars are left astonished and powerless against the ensuing chaos caused by the river, showcasing Du Yu's extraordinary poetic talent and hinting at a transformative literary essence within him.

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