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李娃傳   By: (776-826)

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"李娃傳" by Xingjian Bai is a beautiful and haunting novel that delves into the complexities of love, loss, and identity. The story follows the life of Li Wa, a young woman who is forced to navigate a world filled with betrayal, heartbreak, and societal expectations.

The novel is written in a lyrical and poetic style, with vivid descriptions that bring the ancient Chinese setting to life. Xingjian Bai's writing is imbued with a sense of melancholy and longing, as he explores the timeless themes of desire, duty, and the pursuit of freedom.

One of the most striking aspects of the novel is its exploration of female agency and resilience. Li Wa is a compelling and multidimensional protagonist, whose journey is both heartbreaking and inspiring. Through her struggles and triumphs, the novel presents a nuanced and powerful portrayal of womanhood in a patriarchal society.

Overall, "李娃傳" is a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant novel that will stay with readers long after they have finished reading. Xingjian Bai's exquisite prose and deep insight into human nature make this a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of the human experience.

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汧國夫人李娃﹐長安之倡女也。節行瑰奇﹐有足稱者。故監察御史向行簡為傳述。天寶 中﹐有常州刺史滎陽公者﹐略其名氏﹐不書﹐時望甚崇﹐家徒甚慇。知命之年﹐有一子 ﹐始弱冠矣﹐雋朗有詞藻﹐迥然不群﹐深為時輩推伏。其父愛而器之﹐曰﹕“此吾家千 里駒也。”應鄉賦秀才舉﹐將行﹐乃盛其服玩車馬之飾﹐計其京師薪儲之費。謂之曰﹕ “吾觀爾之才﹐當一戰而霸。今備二載之用﹐且豐爾之給﹐將為其志也。”生亦自負視 上第如指掌。自毗陵發﹐月余抵長安﹐居于布政裡。嘗游東市還﹐自å... Continue reading book >>



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