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Title: 李娃傳
Alternate Title: Li Wa Zhuan
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tale_of_Li_Wa
Summary: "李娃傳" by Xingjian Bai is a historical novel written during the Tang Dynasty, reflecting a time renowned for its cultural development and artistic achievements. The story centers around the complex relationships and societal norms of the era, particularly highlighting the life of a courtesan named Li Wa and her interactions with men of different social standings. The narrative begins with Li Wa, a woman of exceptional beauty and talent in Chang'an, capturing the admiration of a young scholar who becomes enamored by her at first sight. Despite the societal challenges surrounding their relationship, including his family's expectations and her role as a courtesan, they embark on a tumultuous journey intertwined with love, ambition, and social stratification. As the scholar rises in status due to his intellect, their passion faces trials, including jealousy, abandonment, and ultimately, personal transformation. The tale explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the struggles inherent in the pursuit of desire amid the constraints of a rigid social hierarchy, culminating in Li Wa's unexpected rise to prominence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 2.5 (Professional level). Extremely difficult to read.
Author: Bai, Xingjian, 776-826
EBook No.: 24051
Published: Dec 27, 2007
Downloads: 120
Language: Chinese
Subject: Li, Shishi -- Fiction
Subject: Chinese fiction -- Tang dynasty, 618-907
Subject: Women -- China -- Literary collections
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: 李娃傳
Alternate Title: Li Wa Zhuan
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tale_of_Li_Wa
Summary: "李娃傳" by Xingjian Bai is a historical novel written during the Tang Dynasty, reflecting a time renowned for its cultural development and artistic achievements. The story centers around the complex relationships and societal norms of the era, particularly highlighting the life of a courtesan named Li Wa and her interactions with men of different social standings. The narrative begins with Li Wa, a woman of exceptional beauty and talent in Chang'an, capturing the admiration of a young scholar who becomes enamored by her at first sight. Despite the societal challenges surrounding their relationship, including his family's expectations and her role as a courtesan, they embark on a tumultuous journey intertwined with love, ambition, and social stratification. As the scholar rises in status due to his intellect, their passion faces trials, including jealousy, abandonment, and ultimately, personal transformation. The tale explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the struggles inherent in the pursuit of desire amid the constraints of a rigid social hierarchy, culminating in Li Wa's unexpected rise to prominence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 2.5 (Professional level). Extremely difficult to read.
Author: Bai, Xingjian, 776-826
EBook No.: 24051
Published: Dec 27, 2007
Downloads: 120
Language: Chinese
Subject: Li, Shishi -- Fiction
Subject: Chinese fiction -- Tang dynasty, 618-907
Subject: Women -- China -- Literary collections
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.