Bai Jin's Prose (Student Edition) -- A Journey Through Masterpieces of Reading

Author: Ba Jin, edited by Li Xiaoming
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
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Ba Jin's prose is most captivating when it recalls the departed and celebrates the noble spirit of ordinary people. Early works like Remembrance of Brother Fan and Commemorating Han Weng, as well as post-1949 pieces such as In Memory of Lu Xun, Mourning Jin Yi, and Comrade Liao Jingqiu, along with the deeply moving In Memory of Xiao Shan, exemplify this.
The defining characteristic of Ba Jin's prose is its sincerity and intimacy, moving readers through emotion. This is largely due to his preference for using the first person in his writing. When Ba Jin expresses his feelings, he does so not through fervor alone but with incandescent language and ornate diction. Instead, he writes as an old friend confiding in you, with genuine emotion shining through every word, naturally infecting the reader. His language is as clear as still water reflecting sunlight, straightforward yet flowing effortlessly, without artifice. It reveals literary brilliance in simplicity, profound insights in openness, and rigor in naturalness. In Memory of Xiao Shan is one of the representative works that best embodies the style of Ba Jin's prose. It is an elegy he wrote in memory of his late wife. In its ordinary narration, it brims with heart-stirring grief, conveying his deep love for his wife, his indictment of the Cultural Revolution, and his hatred for the executioners—all flowing naturally, once again showcasing the artistic charm of Ba Jin's prose.
A single drop of clear water can reflect the dazzling brilliance of the sun; a great book can nourish countless beautiful souls. This series collects classic works by over twenty contemporary and modern literary masters, covering topics such as life, family, friendship, gratitude, self-reflection, motivation, growth, and success, along with insightful critiques by renowned scholars. Savor these works to ignite the clarity of wisdom in your heart; read them slowly to embark on a fragrant journey through life.