Colorful and intoxicating

Author: Liu Xiaochuan
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: This is a story about a group of people at the beginning of the new century. Two ancient cities, Chengdu and Meishan, which are not far apart, and about a dozen men and women, follow the theme of "ambiguity" with a series of tragicomedies related to "being intoxicated by beauty." The story is full of twists and turns, with countless details. It is both a grand scroll of contemporary secular life and points toward the ideal realm of male and female love. Since ancient times, wine and beauty have been intertwined. To speak of being intoxicated by beauty is one of the major discoveries of this book. Being intoxicated is a full-body immersion, yet it also creates a clear sense of detachment. The author's grasp of the various mysteries between men and women, his detailed and vivid description of sexual psychology, and his repeated portrayal of the bodies in a state of passion are truly outstanding.