庚巳編   By: Can Lu (1494-1551)

"庚巳編" by Can Lu is a beautifully written and thought-provoking book that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the passage of time. The author's prose is captivating and lyrical, drawing the reader into the interconnected lives of the characters. The narrative unfolds in a nonlinear fashion, jumping between different moments in the characters' lives, which adds depth and richness to the story. The themes of love, loss, and redemption are expertly explored throughout the book, leaving a lasting impression on the reader. Overall, "庚巳編" is a poignant and moving read that will stay with you long after you've turned the final page.

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　　○聖瑞 　　仁祖先家於泗，後徙濠梁。所居密邇一蘭若，與其主僧交頗厚，僧 每欽服仁祖之純誠。一夕，望其舍火光燭天，為之嗟惜曰：「朱公善人， 天忍殃之乎？」彌月而仁祖至，僧唁之，答曰：「此夕婦生一男，恐有 觸污，故久不來踐佛地，非有回祿之禍也。」男即高皇帝雲。 　　○太學 　　相傳高皇帝時，初起太學，上臨視之，顧學制宏麗，聖情甚悅。行 至廣業堂前，偶發一言云：「天下有福兒郎，應得居此。」迄今百四十 年來，學生居此堂者，往往占魁選，躋位通貴，他所不及也。又諸堂中 都無蜘蛛，雲上來時，見蛛布網屋隅，曰：「我才建屋，爾輒據之耶？」 顧叱之出，語訖而蛛遁，從茲遂絕。 　　○貢院 　　南京貢院，錦衣指揮紀綱宅也。綱有寵文皇帝朝，後坐不法伏誅， 闔門受殲於是。至今每鄉試時，舉子入院，輒有聲自地中起，歷諸號房 上，如萬馬騰踏者雲。 　　○平保兒 　　都指揮平安，一名保兒。建文末為將，敗北兵於小河。安單騎追躡 燕王，運槊將及之，忽空中有黑龍，舒爪掣其臂，安馬跪於地。安知天 命有在，歎息收兵而�... Continue reading book >>