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Title: 二刻拍案驚奇
Alternate Title: Er Ke Pai An Jing Qi
Credits: Produced by Wan Jei Chen
Summary: "二刻拍案驚奇" by Mengchu Ling is a collection of classical Chinese short stories written in the late 16th century. The book explores an array of intriguing tales that blend reality with the supernatural, showcasing the eccentricities of human nature and societal norms, often through the lens of moral lessons and strange occurrences. The opening of the work sets the stage for a rich narrative landscape, introducing us to the concept of the power of written words and their impact on fortune and spirituality. It begins with a reflection on the significance of respecting written texts, illustrated by stories involving various characters, including a devoted monk who considers trading a priceless Buddhist scripture for rice to feed his starving community. Through a series of events, he ultimately confronts the complexities of value and faith, showcasing the interplay of material needs and spiritual integrity. This intriguing blend of morality and mysticism draws the reader into a world where stories hold transformative power, making it a compelling read for those interested in traditional Chinese literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ling, Mengchu, 1580-1644
EBook No.: 26729
Published: Sep 30, 2008
Downloads: 118
Language: Chinese
Subject: Chinese fiction -- Ming dynasty, 1368-1644
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: 二刻拍案驚奇
Alternate Title: Er Ke Pai An Jing Qi
Credits: Produced by Wan Jei Chen
Summary: "二刻拍案驚奇" by Mengchu Ling is a collection of classical Chinese short stories written in the late 16th century. The book explores an array of intriguing tales that blend reality with the supernatural, showcasing the eccentricities of human nature and societal norms, often through the lens of moral lessons and strange occurrences. The opening of the work sets the stage for a rich narrative landscape, introducing us to the concept of the power of written words and their impact on fortune and spirituality. It begins with a reflection on the significance of respecting written texts, illustrated by stories involving various characters, including a devoted monk who considers trading a priceless Buddhist scripture for rice to feed his starving community. Through a series of events, he ultimately confronts the complexities of value and faith, showcasing the interplay of material needs and spiritual integrity. This intriguing blend of morality and mysticism draws the reader into a world where stories hold transformative power, making it a compelling read for those interested in traditional Chinese literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ling, Mengchu, 1580-1644
EBook No.: 26729
Published: Sep 30, 2008
Downloads: 118
Language: Chinese
Subject: Chinese fiction -- Ming dynasty, 1368-1644
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.