Abstract:

The history of Chinese classical poetry in 20th century carries forward the two traditions of Ming and Qing Dynasties'
poetry, with both tendencies of innovation and retro. Both tendencies ran through each period of the history of Chinese classical poetry
in 20th century with each representative poets. The tolerance and interaction of the both tendencies are the right development tracks of
Chinese classical poetry in new century.

Key words: 20th century, Chinese classical poetry, innovation, retro