Life on Thorns: Narrative of Novels in the 1930s and 1940s

Author: Qin Gong
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Publish Date: 2002-10-01
Features: This is a literary history composed of essays by a group of writers. The author carefully selected over ten representative writers and paid attention to the resonance and comparison between each essay. Arranged in chronological order, they provide a relatively complete outline of the historical landscape and developmental threads of fiction writing in the 1930s and 1940s. The book emphasizes the era's content and social significance, while the artistic analysis equally highlights both traditional roots and foreign influences. The author chose thirteen representative modern novelists, including Mao Dun, Ba Jin, and Shen Congwen, as subjects of analysis. Sensitive to the imagery in the discussed works, the author often uses it as an entry point for aesthetic evaluation, showcasing their strong artistic perception. The book is structured around essays on individual writers, particularly the chapters on Lu Ling and Eileen Chang, which are meticulously crafted. The author possesses excellent writing skills, making the book accessible to general readers. It is both profound and easy to understand, with clear, lively, and engaging language, offering strong readability.