Postage stamp honors Hanoi poet
To mark the 100th anniversary of poet Nguyen Dinh Thi's birth, a set of stamps has been issued featuring his portrait and notable works.
Designed by artist Nguyen Du of the Vietnam Post Corporation, the stamp set features a graphic style with a portrait of Nguyen Dinh Thi against a warm yellow background, accompanied by representations of his famous works, including the song “Nguoi Ha Noi” (The People of Hanoi); the play “Hon Cuoi” (Wedding of Souls); the literary essay “The Work of a Novelist”, and the short stories of “Xung kich” (Fast attack), and “Vo bo” (Dike broken), among others.
| The stamp set on Nguyen Dinh Thi. |
Poet Nguyen Dinh Thi (1924-2003) was born in Vu Thach Village or Ba Trieu Street, Trang Tien Ward, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi today.
He is considered one of Vietnam's most prominent poets, writers, and composers. His writings, which capture the literary ethos of the resistance era, have earned him particular acclaim. His writings, ranging from lyrical poetry to military poetry, have had a significant impact on contemporary Vietnamese literature.
Beginning in the 1940s, Thi became a prominent character in the patriotic literary movement and actively participated in revolutionary cultural and artistic movements. His poetry, which is frequently epic in style, offers profound insights into life, the country, and its citizens during pivotal historical periods. He was also a brilliant composer who produced amazing compositions by skillfully fusing music and literature.
| Hanoi poet, composer and writer Nguyen Dinh Thi. File Photo |
"Doan thuyen danh ca" (The Fishing Boats) in 1958 is one of Nguyen Dinh Thi's most iconic works, written during the resistance against French colonial forces. The poem captures the strength and resilience of the Vietnamese people, especially soldiers, and workers, as they fight to defend their country while going about their daily tasks.
Another well-known and cherished work by this gifted poet, composer, and author is "Nguoi Ha Noi" (The People of Hanoi). Written in 1949, the song captures the beauty, tenacity, and distinct personality of the people of Hanoi during the challenging years of the anti-French War. It remains a treasured piece of Hanoi's and Vietnam's cultural heritage, as its melody and lyrics evoke nostalgia and love for the city.
Previously, the Ministry of Information and Communication issued several sets of stamps to honor generations of writers and poets who made significant contributions to Vietnamese literature, including Tran Te Xuong (1870-1907), Nguyen Khuyen (1835-1909), Xuan Dieu (1916-1985), and others.
