兒女英雄傳   By: Unknown (fl. 1842-1851)

"兒女英雄傳" is a captivating and emotional story that follows the lives of several young heroes as they navigate their way through the challenges of war and sacrifice. The author's writing style is poignant and powerful, drawing readers in from the very first page.

The characters are well-developed and relatable, each facing their own personal struggles and triumphs as they fight for what they believe in. The relationships between the characters are complex and beautifully portrayed, adding depth and realism to the story.

The setting of the book is richly detailed and vivid, transporting readers to a world torn apart by conflict and hardship. The themes of bravery, loyalty, and selflessness shine through the narrative, reminding readers of the humanity and courage that can coexist in the face of adversity.

Overall, "兒女英雄傳" is a moving and thought-provoking read that will stay with readers long after they have turned the final page. It is a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit and the bonds that connect us all.

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俠烈英雄本色，溫柔兒女家風。兩般若說不相同，除是癡人說夢。兒女無非天性， 英雄不外人情。最憐兒女最英雄，才是人中龍鳳。八句提綱道罷。這部評話原是不 登大雅之堂的一種小說，初名《金玉》，因所傳的是首善京都一樁公案，又名《日 下新書》。篇中立旨立言雖然無當於文，卻還一洗穢語淫詞，不乖於正，因又名《 正眼法藏五十三參》。初非釋家言也，後經東海吾了翁重訂，題曰《兒女英雄傳評 話》。相傳是太平盛世一個燕北閒人所作。 據這燕北閒人自己說，他幼年在塾讀書，適逢一日先生不在館裡，他讀到「宰予晝 寢」一章，偶然有些困倦，便把書丟過一邊，也學那聖門高弟隱几而臥。才得睡著 ，便恍惚間出了書房，來到街頭，只見憧憧擾擾，眼前換了一番新世界：兩旁歧途 曲巷中，有無數的車馬輻輳，冠蓋飛揚，人往人來，十分熱鬧，當中卻有一條無偏 無頗的蕩平大路。這條路上只有一個瘦骨銳頭鬢髮根根上指的，在前面挺然直立的 走了去。閒人一時正不知自己走那條路好，想要向前面那個問問修途，�... Continue reading book >>