白圭志 by active 1836 Xiangchuan Cui

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Author Cui, Xiangchuan, active 1836
Other Fu, Ling
Title 白圭志
Alternate Title Bai Gui Zhi
Credits Produced by Shi Ting Ling
Summary "白圭志" by Xiangchuan Cui is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds in the context of ancient China, focusing on the lives of the characters Zhang Bo, his brother, and their families, exploring themes of virtue, familial duty, and betrayal. The narrative also highlights the resilience and aspirations of the younger generation as they navigate challenges in a changing society. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Zhang Bo and his younger brother as they return to their hometown after their father's death, deepening the narrative's familial focus. Bo is depicted as a compassionate and respected figure, known for his generosity and wisdom. Following a grand vision of his future, he and his wife, He, eventually have two remarkable children: a son, who shows great promise, and a daughter known for her defiant spirit. However, an unexpected betrayal from his brother Zhang Hong leads to treachery and tragedy, setting off a chain of events that will intertwine the fates of various families, including the Yang family, dressed in themes of love, ambition, and the echoes of past actions. The opening meticulously lays out complex character dynamics and establishes the conflicts that will drive the subsequent narrative. (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
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EBook-No. 27023
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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