Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio, Vol. 2 (of 2) by Songling Pu
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| Author | Pu, Songling, 1640-1715 |
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| Translator | Giles, Herbert Allen, 1845-1935 |
| Title | Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio, Vol. 2 (of 2) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio, Vol. 2 (of 2)" by Songling Pu is a collection of fictional tales written in the late 19th century. The stories delve into themes of morality, love, and the supernatural through various vignettes featuring fantastical elements and richly drawn characters. Each tale seems to provide a reflection on human nature and the complexities of life in ancient China. The opening portion introduces us to the tale of Ma Chün (also known as Lung-mei), a remarkably beautiful young trader's son, whose adventures begin when he embarks on a sea voyage only to be caught in a typhoon. He washes ashore to a bizarre land inhabited by physically ugly people who initially fear him, believing he is a devil due to his beauty. As Ma navigates this strange land, he learns of its customs and social hierarchy based on physical appearance rather than merit, ultimately leading to his rise in societal status, musical accomplishments, a royal marriage, and poignant reflections on love and duty. This narrative sets the stage for a fantasy filled with rich allegories and explorations of personal identity, illustrating sharp contrasts between beauty and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania |
| Subject | China -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories, Chinese -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43628 |
| Release Date | Sep 3, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 368 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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