金瓶梅 by Xiaoxiaosheng
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| Author | Xiaoxiaosheng |
|---|---|
| Title | 金瓶梅 |
| Alternate Title | Jin Ping Mei |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jin_Ping_Mei |
| Credits | Produced by Zeng Yu Wen |
| Summary | "金瓶梅" by 蘭陵笑笑生 is a classic Chinese novel written during the late 16th century. This work is notable for its intricate portrayal of the domestic and social lives of 16th-century China, focusing on themes such as desire, corruption, and morality. The main character, 西門慶 (Xi Menqing), is depicted as a wealthy and morally ambiguous merchant whose relationships with various women drive the narrative. The opening of "金瓶梅" introduces the reader to the underlying themes of the novel, framing it as a cautionary tale about the consequences of indulgence in lust and material excess. The narrative begins with a prologue, which reflects on societal vices and intends to serve as a warning against the characters' follies. It then transitions into introducing 西門慶 and establishing his context—a man of wealth surrounded by dubious friends, leading a life marked by opulence and immorality. As he prepares for a gathering with these friends, the dynamics of his relationships with women, including his wives and concubines, begin to unfold, hinting at conflicts that will be central to the story. The blend of humor, critical observation, and drama sets the stage for a complex exploration of human nature and societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania |
| Subject | Domestic fiction |
| Subject | Chinese fiction -- Ming dynasty, 1368-1644 |
| Subject | China -- Social life and customs -- 960-1644 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 52200 |
| Release Date | May 31, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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