黃繡球 by Yisuo
"黃繡球" by Yisuo is a novel written in the 20th century. The story revolves around a village named Free Village, predominantly inhabited by the Huang clan. The main character, Huang Tongli, faces the challenges of societal norms and the desire for reform, while experiencing a significant domestic issue that stirs deeper reflections on the nature of freedom and progress in his community. At the start of the story, we are introduced to
Free Village, where the Huang family holds considerable influence but enjoys little real freedom due to external pressures and internal complacency. The protagonist, Huang Tongli, grapples with the disrepair of his home, which symbolizes the neglect and stagnation of the village. His wife, Huang Xiuqiu, emerges as a pivotal figure, illustrating the struggles of women in a traditional society. After an intense conversation regarding the state of their home, she questions the role and potential of women, unknowingly igniting a desire for change in both herself and her husband. The opening sets the tone for a complex exploration of gender roles, community dynamics, and the notion of true freedom, foreshadowing significant developments amid Huang Tongli's quest for reform. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Editor | Yisuo |
|---|---|
| Title | 黃繡球 |
| Alternate Title | Huang Xiu Qiu |
| Alternate Title | 黄绣球 |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 25147 |
| Release Date | Apr 23, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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