分甘余話 by Shizhen Wang

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Author Wang, Shizhen, 1634-1711
Title 分甘余話
Alternate Title 分甘餘話
Alternate Title Fen Gan Yu Hua
Credits Produced by Yi-Hsien Wang
Summary "Fen Gan Yu Hua" by Shizhen Wang is a collection of essays and reflections, written during the late 17th century. The author, reflecting on his long life and experiences, offers insights into various topics, often weaving in historical context, literary references, and personal anecdotes. The likely subject matter spans cultural observations, literary critiques, and personal musings aimed at preserving knowledge and entertaining readers. The opening of the book presents an introduction wherein the author shares his motivations for writing and the nature of the work itself. He reflects on his past, reminiscing about interactions with family during leisure activities and the joy of teaching his grandchildren. The author also mentions his advanced age and the changing landscape of knowledge, as he aims to capture thoughts and events from his life, ultimately conveying the essence of elderly life to his descendants. With references drawn from historical texts and contemporary events, he sets the stage for a memoir interlaced with wisdom and observations from a lifetime of reflection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Chinese
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
Subject China -- History -- Qing dynasty, 1644-1912 -- Anecdotes
Category Text
EBook-No. 26746
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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