情變   By: Jianren Wu (1866-1910)

"情變" by Jianren Wu is a beautifully written novel that explores the complexities of human emotions and relationships. The story follows the protagonist as she navigates through love, betrayal, and forgiveness in the midst of a changing world. The author's prose is poetic and thought-provoking, drawing the reader in with vivid descriptions and deep introspection. The characters are well-developed and their struggles feel authentic and relatable. Overall, "情變" is a powerful and moving novel that delves into the intricacies of love and loss, leaving a lasting impact on the reader.

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　　癡男怨女墜情天，開出人間並蒂蓮。 　　雨驟風狂雙蒂落，好姻緣變惡姻緣。 　　何苦紛紛說自由，若無歡喜便無愁。 　　而今好悟前人語，不是冤家不聚頭。 　　諸公知道這八句歪詩是甚麼解說？正是我說書的勘破情關悟道之言。有人駁 我說：既是勘破情關，便是個無情之人，如何又說起寫情小說來，豈不是自相矛 盾？不知正是情到極處，方能勘得破情關。情關破後，便可以因情悟道。既然因 情悟道，說起寫情小說來，正好現身說法。這句話並不是我杜撰的，蒲柳泉先生 曾經說過ã�... Continue reading book >>