李白의 ＜與賈少公書＞와 ＜爲趙宣城與楊右相書＞역해

Abstract

Li Bai(李白)’s prose is a very important material in shedding a light on his literature idea and artistic world. It becomes a subsidiary material in ascertaining his life and idea and understanding the poem. However, until now studies on Li Bai conducted in the country and abroad are biased towards research and translation on Li Bai’s poetry so its interest in his prose is relatively low. Especially translation comments as a basis of research are marginal. If translation comments of Li Bai’s prose have a progress, it will be one of most important material for research on Li Bai. “Letter to District Defender Jia” can be divided into 2 paragraphs. The first paragraph shows that although no talented and weak he will try to work hard under the chief minister in the chaotic age. In the second paragraph, he stated that he is not one who gains a reputation by living in seclusion and would leave his position for himself after rendering meritorious services. “Letter to State Councilor Yang Guozhong for the Sake of Governor Zhao” can be divided into 4 paragraphs. The first paragraph describes that he appreciated the chief minister’s help in getting the position and performed his work to the best of his ability although he couldn’t make a significant contribution. In the second paragraph, he speaks highly of the chief minister referring his people are leading comfortable lives thanks to his good governance. The third paragraph describes that he will make all-out efforts to repay the emperor and the chief minister saying that his being successful in the official post owes much to Yang Guozhong(楊國忠). The fourth paragraph conveys his message that he will never forget the kindness, hoping the chief minister remembers him as well all the time.