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

Author: Sa Mengwu
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: "A wild tale on paper, a handful of bitter tears. All say the author is mad, who can understand the taste within?" 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, helping them rediscover the traditional Chinese family, dissecting the cultural and ethical framework of traditional society, and portraying the shifting social customs. His insights are subtle and enlightening, making this a unique and profound small book with far-reaching implications. The book cites stories, phrases, or sentences from Dream of the Red Chamber, all annotated with the corresponding chapter number from the Sanmin edition, to provide readers with valuable research material.