Ding Cong Comic Series -- Antiquated Illustrations (Volume 2)

Author: Ding Cong
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Publish Date: 1999-07-01
Features: The second collection of "Ancient" compiles over 130 ancient jokes created by Ding Cong between 1986 and 1989. It was previously published by our store in 1992 as "Ding Cong Comics Series III," and is now included in the newly edited "Ding Cong Comics Series." The author selects jokes from a vast array of ancient Chinese humor that resonate with contemporary social life, pairing them with vivid and humorous illustrations. These jokes either satirize corrupt officials, wealthy and powerful local figures, or mock pretentious moralizers and hypocritical scholars. They were not only favored by the ancients but also enjoyed by modern readers alike. Each joke is accompanied by a drawing, creating a delightful contrast. In addition to providing entertainment during leisure time, these works serve as a mirror to reflect the past and understand the present, helping to correct social ills.