隋唐嘉話   By: Su Liu (fl. 742-755)

"Sui Tang Jia Hua" by Su Liu is a fascinating exploration of life during the Sui and Tang dynasties in ancient China. The author skillfully weaves together historical events, cultural customs, and personal stories to create a rich tapestry of this time period. The characters are well-developed and the setting is vividly depicted, drawing the reader in from the very beginning. The author's attention to detail and descriptive language really bring the world of the Sui and Tang dynasties alive. Overall, "Sui Tang Jia Hua" is a captivating read that provides a unique glimpse into a pivotal era in Chinese history.

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述曰：余自髫丱之年，便多聞往說，不足備之大典，故繫之小 說之末。昔漢文不敢更先帝約束而天下理康，若高宗拒乳母之 言，近之矣。曹參擇吏必於長者，懼其文害。觀焉馬周上事， 與曹參異乎？許高陽謂死命為不能，非言所也。釋教推報應之 理，余嘗存而不論。若解奉先之事，何其明著。友人天水趙良 玉睹而告余，故書以記異。 　　薛道衡聘陳，為人日詩云：「入春纔七日，離家已二年。」 南人嗤之曰： 「是底言？誰謂此虜解作詩！」及云：「人æ­... Continue reading book >>