陆游
宋
Lu You, courtesy name Wuguan and literary name Fangweng, was a major Southern Song poet and lyricist from Shanyin in Yuezhou. He strongly advocated resistance against the Jin and the recovery of the northern territories, but his political ambitions were repeatedly frustrated. Lu You wrote an enormous number of poems on patriotism, rural life, daily experience, aging, love, and personal reflection. He is traditionally grouped with Yang Wanli, Fan Chengda, and You Mao as one of the 'Four Great Masters of the Southern Song.' Though best known for poetry, his ci lyrics also include works of great clarity and moral strength. 'Bu Suan Zi · Ode to the Plum Blossom' is one of the clearest expressions of his lonely but unyielding spirit.