豐收 By: Zi Ye (1912?-1939)
"豐收" by Zi Ye is a beautifully written and engaging story that takes readers on a journey through the lives of a rural village in China. The author's vivid descriptions and deep understanding of the characters bring the setting to life, making it easy to imagine the sights, sounds, and emotions of the story. The novel explores themes of family, tradition, and the struggle for survival in a changing world. The characters are well-developed and complex, each facing their own challenges and triumphs as they navigate through the seasons of life. One of the most compelling aspects of the book is the way in which it captures the beauty and hardships of rural life. From the backbreaking work in the fields to the simple pleasures of a shared meal with loved ones, the author paints a vivid picture of the joys and struggles that come with living off the land. Overall, "豐收" is a moving and thought-provoking novel that will stay with readers long after they have finished reading. It is a testament to the power of storytelling and the resilience of the human spirit, making it a must-read for anyone who enjoys richly crafted, emotionally resonant fiction. First Page: 豐收　　豐收　　一　　時間是快要到清明節了。天，下著雨，陰沉沉的沒有一點晴和的徵兆。　　雲普叔坐在「曹氏家祠」的大門口，還穿著過冬天的那件破舊棉袍；身子微微顫動，像是耐不住這襲人的寒氣。他抬頭望了一望天，嘴邊不知道念了幾句什麼話，又低了下去。鬍鬚上倒懸著一線一線的，迎風飄動，剛剛用手抹去，隨即又流出了幾線來。　　「難道再要和去年一樣嗎？我的天哪！」　　他低聲地說了這麼一句，便回頭反望著坐在戲台下的妻子，很遲疑地說著：　　「秋兒的娘呀！『驚蟄一過，棉褲脫落！』現在快清明了，還脫不下袍兒。這，莫非是又要和去年一樣嗎？」　　雲普嬸沒有回答，在忙著給懷中的四喜兒餵奶。　　天氣也真太使人著急了，立春後一連下了三十多天雨沒有停住過，人們都感受著深沉的恐怖。往常都是這樣；春分奇冷，一定又是一個大水年歲。　　「天啦！要又是一樣，……」　　雲普叔又掉頭望著天，將手中的一根旱煙管，不住地在石階級上磕動。　　「該不會吧！」　　雲普嬸歇了半天功夫，隨便地說著，�... Continue reading book >>

豐收 By: Zi Ye (1912?-1939)

"豐收" by Zi Ye is a beautifully written and engaging story that takes readers on a journey through the lives of a rural village in China. The author's vivid descriptions and deep understanding of the characters bring the setting to life, making it easy to imagine the sights, sounds, and emotions of the story.

The novel explores themes of family, tradition, and the struggle for survival in a changing world. The characters are well-developed and complex, each facing their own challenges and triumphs as they navigate through the seasons of life.

One of the most compelling aspects of the book is the way in which it captures the beauty and hardships of rural life. From the backbreaking work in the fields to the simple pleasures of a shared meal with loved ones, the author paints a vivid picture of the joys and struggles that come with living off the land.

Overall, "豐收" is a moving and thought-provoking novel that will stay with readers long after they have finished reading. It is a testament to the power of storytelling and the resilience of the human spirit, making it a must-read for anyone who enjoys richly crafted, emotionally resonant fiction.

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豐收

　　一

　　時間是快要到清明節了。天，下著雨，陰沉沉的沒有一點晴和的徵兆。

　　雲普叔坐在「曹氏家祠」的大門口，還穿著過冬天的那件破舊棉袍；身子微微顫動，像是耐不住這襲人的寒氣。他抬頭望了一望天，嘴邊不知道念了幾句什麼話，又低了下去。鬍鬚上倒懸著一線一線的，迎風飄動，剛剛用手抹去，隨即又流出了幾線來。

　　「難道再要和去年一樣嗎？我的天哪！」

　　他低聲地說了這麼一句，便回頭反望著坐在戲台下的妻子，很遲疑地說著：

　　「秋兒的娘呀！『驚蟄一過，棉褲脫落！』現在快清明了，還脫不下袍兒。這，莫非是又要和去年一樣嗎？」

　　雲普嬸沒有回答，在忙著給懷中的四喜兒餵奶。

　　天氣也真太使人著急了，立春後一連下了三十多天雨沒有停住過，人們都感受著深沉的恐怖。往常都是這樣；春分奇冷，一定又是一個大水年歲。

　　「天啦！要又是一樣，……」

　　雲普叔又掉頭望著天，將手中的一根旱煙管，不住地在石階級上磕動。

　　「該不會吧！」

　　雲普嬸歇了半天功夫，隨便地說著，�... Continue reading book >>

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