Writing during the celebrated Tang dynasty, Du Fu is heralded as China's greatest poet, musing on subjects from how to cook noodles to war and rebellion. Speaking to Spencer Mizen, Michael Wood charts Du Fu's fascinating life, and explores what the poet can tell us about medieval Chinese culture.

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Authors

Michael Wood is professor of public history at the University of Manchester

Spencer MizenProduction Editor, BBC History Magazine

Spencer is production editor of BBC History Magazine

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