Author

Aiyuezhuren

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Subjects

Chinese fiction

Books by Aiyuezhuren

比目魚

"比目魚" by Aiyuezhuren is a dramatic narrative likely written in the late 19th century. The work explores themes of love, betrayal, and supernatural elements, centering around the couple 譚楚玉 and 劉藐姑, who face dire circumstances that lead to their tragic deaths. It intricately navigates the interplay between human emotions and societal pressures, revealing how personal desires conflict with external expectations. The opening of the story sets a tumultuous tone as it introduces 譚楚玉 and 劉藐姑, a couple driven to despair by societal pressures, resulting in their attempted suicide by drowning. Their tragic fate ignites the anger of the community against the wealthy and corrupt figure, 錢萬貫, who is blamed for their demise. The narrative unfolds with characters expressing their vengeance and a tale woven through intense emotions, accusations, and supernatural elements, hinting at themes of justice intertwined with divine intervention as the couple's spirits are not fully at rest. This dramatic start establishes a complex world where personal tragedy resonates with the larger social fabric.

戲中戲

"戲中戲" by Aiyuezhuren is a fictional narrative likely written in the late 19th century. The story centers around the intertwining lives of the main characters, 譚楚玉 (Tan Chuyu), a poor scholar, and 劉藐姑 (Liu Miaogu), the daughter of a famous actress, who navigate the complexities of love, ambition, and societal expectations within the backdrop of the theatrical world. The opening of the story introduces us to 譚楚玉, who has been forced to leave his home due to poverty and the scorn of former acquaintances. While traveling, he hears of a talented actress named 劉絳仙 (Liu Jiangxian), which piques his interest. The narrative gives us a glimpse into both the struggles faced by Chuyu as he seeks success in his craft and the sharp contrasts between reality and illusion in the theater, especially as the dynamic between Liu Miaogu and Tan Chuyu begins to evolve. Their interactions suggest a complex relationship influenced by both their individual aspirations and external pressures from society and family.