兒女英雄傳 by active 1842-1851 Wenkang
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Author | Wenkang, active 1842-1851 |
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Title | 兒女英雄傳 |
Alternate Title | Er nü ying xiong zhuan |
Credits | Produced by Yow Rong Chen |
Summary | "兒女英雄傳" by Wenkang is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book explores themes of heroism and human relationships, juxtaposing the ideals of chivalry with the complexities of familial love. The narrative appears centered around characters that embody both heroic and personal attributes, set against the backdrop of a richly depicted society. The opening of the novel introduces the philosophical musings of a narrator, who reflects on human nature, the concept of heroism, and the intersections of personal relationships and moral duties. The narrator describes a fantastical dream sequence where he witnesses events unfolding in a heavenly court, where divine beings discuss the fate of mortals as they prepare to engage in earthly matters concerning "兒女英雄" (children and heroes). This sets the tone for a multi-layered narrative that promises to intertwine themes of loyalty, societal expectations, and the inherent challenges of pursuit for virtue in a complex world. The stage is set for character-driven stories that probe deep into human motivations and the consequences that arise from the unique positions of the characters within their society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | Chinese |
LoC Class | PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania |
Subject | Chinese fiction -- Qing dynasty, 1644-1912 |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 25327 |
Release Date | May 5, 2008 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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