Eunuch

Author: Nan Chen
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: The Eunuch symbolizes the evolution of online literature from amateur to professional. With a tight plot and vivid, interesting characters, abnormal sexual psychology, the evil forces in the imperial palace, the daily life of the last emperor, the ambiguous relationship between the imperial concubine and the warlord—all of these form a story with a legendary touch. If it cannot yet be given a proper place in literary history, I can confidently say that it at least serves as a good companion for your night-time reading.
The eunuch is a unique phenomenon in Chinese culture, reflecting one aspect of Chinese history. Eunuchs enter the palace to gain power, but before entering, they must undergo the ritual of castration. Between gaining and losing, moral concepts and all normal human standards are completely lost. This castrated personality is a major feature of palace life, with eunuchs merely being the physical bearers of this fate. Psychologically, "to gain power, one must first be castrated" is an inevitable experience for everyone, not just within the palace. Without a doubt, Nan Chen's work The Eunuch will become a classic of online literature. Its strengths and weaknesses are equally apparent. Its strengths will earn it high honors in online literature. Its flaws, however, will prevent it from escaping its "online literature" identity and entering the of art.