花月痕 by Zi'an Wei
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"花月痕" by Zi'an Wei is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story introduces complex themes of love, duty, and identity, revolving around prominent characters such as the scholar 虞 (Yu) and the protagonist "小子" (Xiaozi), who navigates personal relationships and societal expectations in a rapidly changing world. This setting hints at a deeper exploration of human emotions and interactions. The opening of the novel describes a lively dialogue
between a learned scholar and a young man, who contemplates the nature of human emotions and relationships. The scholar is dismissive of romantic notions, emphasizing that personal connections are often fleeting and superficial in society. The young man, however, defends the authenticity of feelings, suggesting that human emotions are intrinsic and should not be disregarded. Additionally, the narrative introduces the discovery of a mysterious book titled "花月痕" that the protagonist comes across, setting the stage for a journey of self-discovery and interaction with various characters shaped by society's complexities. Their exchanges reflect a rich tapestry of conflicting ideals about love, ambition, and the search for genuine connections in a world rife with pretense. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Wei, Zi'an, 1819-1874 |
|---|---|
| Title | 花月痕 |
| Alternate Title | Hua Yue Hen |
| 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. | 25187 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-25187-5 |
| Release Date | Apr 26, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 942 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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