Research on the Continuation of Ming and Qing Novels

Author: Gao Yuhai
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Publish Date: 2004-02-01
Features: The continuation of classic works is a characteristic of ancient Chinese fiction history. Although the ideology and art of continuations generally do not reach the level of the original works, the phenomenon of continuations is worth in-depth research. This book explores the continuation of classic novels in literary history from five aspects: the development of continuations in Ming and Qing fiction, artistic gains and losses, cultural causes, creative theory, and the value of appreciation and criticism. The term "continuation" naturally refers to the original work. The continuation of classic novels is a common literary phenomenon in the history of Chinese fiction, with many works from the Ming and Qing dynasties as well as the Republican period having inspired corresponding continuations. The book provides a comprehensive study and discussion of the continuation of classic novels in literary history from five aspects: the development of continuations in Ming and Qing fiction, artistic gains and losses, cultural causes, creative theory, and the value of appreciation. It holds significant academic value.