Cung lục Ngự chế Bắc tuần thi tập Poem Collection by King Khải Định and Thought of Reformist Ideology
Abstract
Cung lục Ngự chế Bắc tuần thi tập is a collection of poems by King Khải Định (1916-1925) of the Nguyễn Dynasty. The poems were composed during the king’s patrol in northern Vietnam and were discovered at the residence of the Duke of Phong Quốc in Vĩ Dạ, Huế City. Although the work has been mentioned in the national history of the Nguyễn Dynasty, it has not been fully printed yet. As a result, this work is not included in the archive of Sino-Nôm ancient books at the Institute of Sino-Nôm Studies, or in any other archives. The collection represents King Khải Định’s literary and historical contributions during his patrol in northern Vietnam in 1918. It holds significant literary and historical values, as it reflects the political and social realities of the country during the early 20th century under French colonial rule. It particularly showcases the king’s awareness and sense of responsibility towards the nation. This article aims to identify the author’s text, as well as highlight the typical content and value of the work Cung lục Ngự chế Bắc tuần thi tập.