遊仙窟 by Zhuo Zhang

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Author Zhang, Zhuo, 660?-740?
Title 遊仙窟
Alternate Title You Xian Ku
Note Reading ease score: 99.3 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits Produced by Jun-Bi Lai
Summary "遊仙窟" by Zhuo Zhang is a classical Chinese literary work, likely a romantic novel written during the late imperial period. The narrative explores themes of love, longing, and the ethereal nature of existence, drawing upon traditional elements of Chinese culture and folklore, especially concerning immortality and the metaphysical world. The story follows the protagonist, who, during a journey, discovers a mystical cave known as the "仙窟" (xian ku), where he encounters a beautiful woman named 十娘 (Shi Niang), a character representing both earthly beauty and divine allure. As the protagonist engages in poetic exchanges with her, their initial meeting evolves into deeper emotional and philosophical musings. Their connection is intertwined with themes of fate and existential yearning, illustrating the complexities of love and the struggles between desires and inevitable separation. As the narrative unfolds, the protagonist grapples with his feelings for Shi Niang, contemplating mortality and the transient nature of beauty, underscoring the poignant tension of their short-lived encounter in the realm of the divine and human. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Chinese
LoC Class PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Subject Chinese fiction -- Tang dynasty, 618-907
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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