About Lu Guimeng
Lu Guimeng was a Chinese poet, writer and recluse.
Lu Guimeng (; died 881), courtesy name Luwang , was a recluse Chinese poet of the Tang dynasty. He lived in seclusion at Puli near Suzhou. His pseudonyms included Mr. Fuli , Tiansuizhi , and Jianghu Sanren .
He and his friend, the fellow poet Pi Rixiu, created a new style of matching rhyme poetry. One of them would compose a poem, and the other would then reply with a new poem using the same rhyme. His works included: Songlin Ji , a collection of matching rhyme poems by Lu and Pi Rixiu Fuli Ji , Collection of Fuli The Classic of the Plough, a book that described in detail the curved iron plough
Tomb Lu Guimeng's tomb is near the Baoshen temple in Luzhi, Suzhou. Two tall ginkgo trees nearby were hand-planted by him and still stand today. The Fair Breeze Pavilion was reputed to be his favourite place for study and meeting friends.
Donβt just read it β
keep it.
Full-length biographies made to live with: read them, listen on the way to work, watch them tonight.
- E-book
- Audio
- Video
Instant download Β· yours to keep Β· every purchase keeps this site free
Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Lu Guimeng?
Chinese writer
When was Lu Guimeng born?
Lu Guimeng was born in Gusu District.
When did Lu Guimeng die?
Lu Guimeng died in 881.
What was Lu Guimeng's occupation?
Lu Guimeng was a poet, writer and recluse.
What nationality was Lu Guimeng?
Lu Guimeng was Chinese.
Sources & further reading
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Lu Guimeng. https://biography.guide/lu-guimeng/
MLA: "Lu Guimeng." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/lu-guimeng/.
Chicago: "Lu Guimeng." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/lu-guimeng/.
Data last updated: 2026-09-20 Β· Spot an error? Report a correction.
Page generated 2026-09-27 05:22 UTC