Hearing, mood is an art (copied from the reflective notes of Li Ao's eldest daughter, Li Wen)

Author: Li Wen
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Men and women are physiologically divided in humanity. What is a man? A man is a plaything of women, a kite in their hands, the most adorable student in their eyes. Facing the diverse men, the valiant Li Wen and the fierce Li Ao interpret the new generation of men with fresh perspectives. They are vain, lecherous, inherit and "promote" all the vices of men. They are flesh and blood, with joys and sorrows, and their own most authentic emotions. They find excuses for their fragility...
Li Wen, the eldest daughter of the renowned Taiwanese writer Li Ao, once wrote a book titled "Bashing Li Ao with Me," which quickly captured the attention of the Chinese public, making her name widely known and allowing people to witness the formidable "fierce mother, fearless daughter" spirit of this American-Chinese female Ph.D. Recently, Dr. Li Wen has published two new books (a total of three volumes) - "Li Wen's Laughing Roast Collection. Eve Chapter. Sensuality is a Philosophy," "Li Wen's Laughing Roast Collection. Eve Chapter. Romance is an Art," and "Li Wen's Laughing Roast Collection. Adam Chapter." These books once again showcase Li Wen's identical "sharp swords" and "brave knight" personality as her father, Li Ao, as well as the "subtle art" of writing and living.
These two new books boldly break from conventional styles. In them, Li Ao and his daughter Li Wen engage in a novel form of "posting" and "replying" in the digital age, discussing the eternal topic of "love, hatred, emotions, and conflicts" through a deep dialogue between two generations. The language is vivid, lively, witty, and humorous, fully demonstrating the profound understanding and "manipulation" of Chinese and Western languages and cultures by both father and daughter. This once again allows the long-time admirers of Li Ao in mainland China, who appreciate his sharp wit and incisive words, to witness Li Ao's "sharp and fierce," "shocking," and "exquisite" views on the topic of men and women in the mortal world. At the same time, they also experience Li Wen's bold and straightforward writing style, following in her father's footsteps.
Not only does it refresh the senses, but it also leaves readers both flustered and exhilarated. For example, in his extensive works, Li Ao often uses the term "vulgar," never shying away from the "special terms" used in Chinese folk language to refer to male and female reproductive organs. He frequently employs words that Chinese scholars find difficult to write, to expose the ugly faces of the hypocritical. This is the essence and skill of Li Ao's writing: "If the words do not shock, die without saying them." Without these "shocking views," Li Ao's writing would be like plain water.
As Li Wen, the daughter of Li Ao, deeply understands her father, she was well-prepared when writing this book. She said: "To engage in a profound and penetrating pen dialogue with her father, one cannot avoid his 'shocking views.'" In these two books, Li Wen completely breaks from the traditional Chinese concept of "ruler-subject, father-daughter," completely disregarding the awkwardness between father and daughter when discussing these "vulgar terms." Instead, she faithfully follows her father's writing style, even avoiding his views on her own "sexual behavior." She faces it head-on, laughing and roasting the world with her father. It is believed that some "pseudo-moralists" in mainland China will surely be shaken and humbled after reading it.
Li Ao's "Complete Collection of Li Ao" published in mainland China is a magnificent and towering masterpiece, with over ten million words. However, due to its content, which often discusses Taiwan political events, it may seem unfamiliar and daunting to readers in mainland China who are not well-versed in Taiwan's history. In other words, the "Complete Collection of Li Ao" is not an easy or enjoyable read for the average mainland reader.
Recently, Li Ao has started hosting the TV program "Li Ao Speaks" on Phoenix TV, allowing many mainland Chinese viewers to witness the master's charisma. It is said that many university students in mainland China have even assigned to record the program every night at the premiere and rebroadcast it on Sundays for those who cannot watch it live. The hall is reportedly packed with people and filled with thunderous applause during each rebroadcast.
More and more young people in mainland China are now following Li Ao, the modern Chinese thinker, as they follow celebrities in the entertainment industry. This is a great fortune for Chinese literature, as the field desperately needs voices like Li Ao's. However, these many mainland Chinese viewers who have met Li Ao on TV rarely have the chance to truly appreciate the brilliance and excellence of his writing in books.
Many people know that Li Ao often openly declares to the world: "In the past 500 years of Chinese literary history, the top three writers of vernacular Chinese are Li Ao, Li Ao, and Li Ao." Is Li Ao's writing truly as invincible as he claims? Is the Chinese literary world truly without anyone who can challenge the master in a "Hua Shan debate"? We believe that "Li Wen's Laughing Roast Collection. Adam Chapter" and "Li Wen's Laughing Roast Collection. Eve Chapter" will provide you with satisfying answers.
"Li Wen's Laughing Roast Collection. Adam Chapter" and "Li Wen's Laughing Roast Collection. Eve Chapter" are a tantalizing "hot pot" of captivating content, meticulously prepared by Li Ao and his daughter, Dr. Li Wen, for Chinese readers. In these two books, father and daughter sit back-to-back, holding candles, discussing men and women, and debating "love" and "sex." How delightful! How exhilarating!
The two books released this time, in addition to the numerous photographs and artistic illustrations provided by Li Wen herself, also feature over 200 illustrations drawn by renowned domestic cartoonists specifically for these books.