玉蟾記   By: Tongyuanzi

Tongyuanzi's "玉蟾記" is a beautifully written and captivating novel that delves into the complexities of love, duty, and the quest for immortality. The author artfully weaves together elements of fantasy and mythology to create a story that is both enchanting and thought-provoking.

The characters in the book are well-developed and compelling, each facing their own internal struggles and external challenges as they navigate the mysterious world of the Jade Toad. The themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and the pursuit of power are expertly explored throughout the narrative, adding depth and resonance to the overall story.

One of the standout aspects of the novel is the vivid and atmospheric prose, which transports the reader to a world filled with magic, danger, and intrigue. Tongyuanzi's evocative descriptions bring the setting and characters to life, painting a rich and immersive portrait of ancient China.

Overall, "玉蟾記" is a masterfully crafted tale that will appeal to fans of fantasy, mythology, and historical fiction. With its lyrical writing, engaging plot, and complex characters, this novel is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers.

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　　〔先聲滿庭芳〕調 　　詞曰： 　　世途坦坦，人事悠悠。史載天心休咎。問天天不語，讀史史無愁。閑情最好歸恬淡，幾度春風幾度游。任勾留，腰纏十萬，騎鶴上揚州。 　　老漢非士非農，半村半郭，乃維揚一個賣花的便是。家住傍花村裏，秋來種菊生涯，竹籬三徑客，茅屋一壺茶，因此得交文人學士，滿壁題詩。雖不能博古通今，卻也粗粗懂得幾句文義。那些看花的說：「你種菊，也是個雅人，何不吟詩和我們呢？」我說：「不嫌鄙俗，就效顰了。」 　　詩曰： 　　老圃偏饒晚節香，曾攜鴉嘴種花黃。 　　清晨採菊新城賣，午後聽書到教場。 　　信口而成，不歸詩律。見笑，見笑！眾人說這詩不減《揚州竹枝詞》，貼在壁上傳觀卻也有趣。還要請教聽的甚麼書。我說連日在教場聽得一部新書，叫做《十二緣玉蟾記》，結構玲瓏，波瀾起伏，真似碧海中蜃氣晨樓，濃蒸旭日，又如絳河內鵲毛夜渡，淡抹微雲。 　　這書是通元子編成，恬淡人發刻傳出來的。那通元子本來是個仙家，這恬淡人不知何許人也，初號荷鋤子，後數十年來又以恬淡人為號。... Continue reading book >>