《华夏集》是庞德中国古典诗歌英译的代表作。长期以来,围绕是否应当把《华夏集》看作严格意义上的翻译,争论一直在持续。本文指出,凭借对中国文化深刻的理解,庞德成功地把握了中国古诗的精髓,在翻译过程中,进行了独具匠心的再创作。《华夏集》从语言、意象等方面以富有美感的方式再现了中国古诗的意境。所以,《华夏集》不仅是译著,而且是一部成功的译著。《华夏集》使西方更加了解中国古典诗歌,也有力地影响了西方诗歌的发展走向。 “Huaxia Ji” is Pound’s masterpiece of English translation of Chinese classical poetry. For a long time, the debate has been going on whether or not the “Huaxia Ji” should be regarded as a translator in the strict sense. This article points out that by virtue of his profound understanding of Chinese culture, Pound succeeded in grasping the quintessence of Chinese ancient poetry and carrying on a unique creation again during the translation process. The book “Huaxia Ji” reproduces the artistic conception of ancient Chinese poetry from the perspective of language and imagery. Therefore, “Huaxia Ji” is not only translation, but also a successful translation. “Huaxia Ji” made the West know more about classical Chinese poetry and also strongly influenced the development of western poetry.