The following are excerpts of 10 classic verses from Ai Qing's selected poems:

1. I see peach blossoms and listen to flowing water. The shadows of trees reflected in the water are the lingering sounds of cicadas and the fishing volcanoes with lotuses. ("Selected Poems of Ai Qing")

2. Even if we are just a match, we must shine at a critical moment. ("Selected Poems of Ai Qing")

3. A person lives one life and realizes life and death once! ("Selected Poems of Ai Qing")

4. The eyes that contain the past are full of true colors. ("Selected Poems of Ai Qing")

5. Thank you, you once made me sad, but I learned to free myself. ("Selected Poems of Ai Qing")

6. There is a tiger in my heart, and I smell the rose carefully. ("Selected Poems of Ai Qing")

7. Even if our bones rot after death, we must become flexible and burn in the wilderness. ("Selected Poems of Ai Qing")

8. Because of my deep love for this land... ("Selected Poems of Ai Qing")

9. As long as one day there is a pair of eyes for me By shedding tears, I can live. ("Selected Poems of Ai Qing")

10. You can never predict the future in life, just like you can't know when the leaves will turn yellow. ("Selected Poems of Ai Qing")

Introduction to the Selected Poems of Ai Qing:

The Selected Poems of Ai Qing is a collection of classic poems that integrates history, ideology and artistry. Classic works that have been recited, such as "Dayanhe—My Nanny", "I Love This Land", "Snow Falls on the Land of China", etc.

Characteristics of the classic verses selected by Ai Qing:

1. Free form: Ai Qing’s poetry is also free in form. His poems are eclectic, including traditional metrical new poetry and more free new poetry.

2. Symbols and hints: Ai Qing’s poems often express themes through symbols and hints. For example, in "The Sun", the image of the sun symbolizes light and hope, while in "I Love This Land", the land symbolizes the fate of the motherland and the people. These symbols and hints not only make the poem more profound, but also make it more poetic.

3. Unique metaphors: Ai Qing often uses unique metaphors in his poems. These metaphors are not only vivid but also innovative.