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"Le Thanh Binh's poetry not only expresses love for his homeland, family, friends, relatives, and landscapes, but incorporates Eastern poetic forms such as Vietnamese luc bat, Chinese quatrain, short poems, Haiku and near-Haiku from Japan, and even free verse to evoke connections with other countries like France, the United States, Canada, Ireland, Germany, Northern Europe, China, and Japan. Le Thanh Binh's notable poems featuring foreign topics include: Mount Fuji, Spring Haiku, Passau, Ottawa, Oslo, Autumn in Paris, Land of Fairies, Dublin, and The Netherlands... His poetry is characterised by its abundant use of melody and imagery, which capture different facets of life and convey authentic emotions. Despite being imbued with profound philosophical insights, the poetry maintains a sense of upliftment, faith in goodness, and appreciation for beauty. The poet often employs a unique style, sometimes incorporating traditional forms to address modern-day concerns. He also embellishes his poetry compilations with his self-made artworks.
(Hanoi Female Translators)
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