Li Family: Collection of Li Peifu

Author: Li Peifu
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Publish Date: 2001-06-01
Features: Li Peifu has always been researching "soil." "The Plain" is where he was born and raised, and also his literary domain. At certain times, Li Peifu's writing direction focused on the dialogue between "man and land," or the relationship between "soil and plants." Starting from The Li Family, his long novels have been set against the backdrop of "The Plain," mostly depicting rural and peasant themes. Through this book, readers can deeply experience the author's emotional journey and background.
"National histories, provincial chronicles, county records, and clan genealogies all serve the purpose of recording their historical development. Clan genealogies hold historical significance. Since the sixth revision of the genealogy in the 26th year of the Republic of China, another fifty years have passed. The clan has flourished, with branches spreading far and wide. With population growth and dispersion, many have become estranged, unaware of their ancestors. Therefore, it is necessary to revise the genealogy to enable future generations to understand their roots and lineage."
This is a long novel that has garnered attention from readers. It provides a panoramic and multi-faceted depiction of the rise and fall of a family's development. In the history of the Li family, there are men who dared to challenge the imperial court, women who were ruthless and shrewd, a new scholar who achieved fame after years of diligent study, and a beggar guild leader with immense wealth, capable of influencing thirteen counties. With the passage of time and societal changes, among the Li family members living through the reform era, there are mayors who have risen to prominence, unscrupulous managers, dissolute lovers, and divorced daughters-in-law. The stark contrast between history and reality, the differing fates of ancestors and descendants, form a rich tapestry of life.
The language of this book is easy to understand, and the lives and characters depicted are rooted in real society, fully reflecting the rise and fall of a family. Readers will find it moving and hard to put down!