癡人說夢記 by Sheng Lü
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Lü, Sheng
Chinese
"癡人說夢記" by Sheng Lü is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a simple farmer named 賈守拙, who leads a content but uneventful life in a rural village. One day, he shares a peculiar dream with his wife, setting off a chain of events that introduces a colorful cast of characters and a blend of humor and social commen...
ordinary life and his humorous interactions, particularly with his wife and a local scholar, 稽老古. The story begins with a dream that transports 賈守拙 to a fantastical place, where he encounters strange people and charming landscapes. As he recounts his dream, he becomes embroiled in an obligation to donate money for a village religious event, showcasing the local customs. However, the peace of his life is soon disrupted when officials come looking for him due to his nephew’s debts, which thrusts him into a state of anxiety and reveals the challenges ordinary people face amidst bureaucratic demands. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Deborah Lopez
5 months agoTo be perfectly clear, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. Worth every second of your time.
Ethan Thompson
5 months agoWhat caught my attention immediately was that the author avoids unnecessary jargon, which is refreshing. I would gladly recommend this to others.
Noah Lee
1 week agoThis download was worth it since the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. I couldn't put it down until the very end.
Karen Harris
3 months agoFrom a technical perspective, the style is confident yet approachable. Don't hesitate to download this.
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Patricia Perez
3 months agoThis quickly became one of those books where the balance between theory and practice is exceptionally well done. This was both informative and enjoyable.