"The Dream of the Red Chamber and the Old Chinese Family"

Author: Sa Mengwu
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: "A wild tale of madness, a handful of bitter tears. Everyone says the author is mad, who can understand the depth of it?" Mr. Sa Mengwu interprets Dream of the Red Chamber from the perspective of sociocultural studies, guiding readers into the family life of the Jia Mansion, allowing them to rediscover the traditional Chinese family, expose the cultural and ethical framework of traditional society, and depict the shifting social customs. His insights are subtle and thought-provoking, making this a unique and insightful small book that speaks simply yet reaches far. This book cites stories or phrases from Dream of the Red Chamber, noting the corresponding chapter numbers in the Sanmin edition, to provide readers with valuable research material.