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"蕉葉帕" by Ben Shan is an intricately woven tale of love, loss, and redemption. The story follows the lives of two protagonists, Wai and Ying, whose paths intersect in unexpected ways. Set against the backdrop of war-torn Taiwan, the novel explores themes of family, sacrifice, and the enduring power of hope.

Shan's writing is both poetic and poignant, drawing readers into a world filled with vivid imagery and richly developed characters. The emotional depth of the story is evident from the very first page, as Wai and Ying navigate the complexities of their past and present, all while grappling with their own inner demons.

What sets "蕉葉帕" apart is Shan's ability to transport readers to a different time and place, immersing them in the sights, sounds, and emotions of post-war Taiwan. The author's attention to detail is impeccable, and his prose is as lyrical as it is evocative.

Overall, "蕉葉帕" is a mesmerizing read that will linger in the minds of readers long after they've turned the final page. Shan's storytelling is a testament to the enduring power of human connection and the resilience of the human spirit. A must-read for fans of historical fiction and literary fiction alike.

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第一回 癡劣子遊湖獻醜 俏狐仙暗地謀人      假弱妹芭蕉葉變成羅帕   真小姐荼(上?下糸)架鬧起金釵   俊龍生討便宜助登雲路   老洞賓顯神通引上仙階   話說大宋高宗年間,有一秀士姓龍名驤,字化之,本貫東吳人 也。生得顏如宋玉, 貌似潘安,學富五車,才雄七步。雖現出零落景況,卻原屬名門後 裔。他嘗說道:“俺 先君授河北參軍,母親姚氏封桐鄉縣君。小生不幸父母早喪,喜得 父僚胡招討撫養到今。 奈值乘輿播遷,每歎功名未遂。正是:      風木蕭蕭無限情,少年書劍苦飄零。   楚廷空抱連城泣,蜀道誰憐伏櫪鳴。   俺向與胡公子作伴讀書,只是此人頑劣多端,薰蕕少合。胡公 有女,名曰弱妹,天 資俊雅,性質聰明,貌堪閉月羞花,巧擅描鸞刺鳳。小生欲締秦晉 之盟,奈無冰人之便, 故此逡巡,未遂所願,這也不在話下。近隨胡公扈駕,來到臨安。 向有故知白君,家居 在此,訂約今日同去尋春。連日被胡兄攪擾,頗不耐煩,不免瞞著 他前去龍興那裡。” 龍興應道:“有,相公有甚分付?”龍生道:“今日我去看白相公。 若... Continue reading book >>



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