朝花夕拾 by Xun Lu

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Author Lu, Xun, 1881-1936
Title 朝花夕拾
Alternate Title Zhao hua xi shi
Credits Produced by Kuo Chao-Yu
Summary "朝花夕拾" by Xun Lu is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on the author’s childhood memories and experiences, portraying a nostalgic longing for simpler times and the innocence of youth through various anecdotes. The essays delve into themes of personal reflection, familial connections, and the interplay between memory and identity. The opening of "朝花夕拾" sets the tone for the collection, as the author expresses a desire to find tranquility amidst life's chaos and reflects on the complexities of his thoughts and memories. He recalls the warmth and simplicity of his past, including the vivid tastes of childhood fruits and the bittersweet nature of nostalgia. The initial essay introduces the author's complicated relationship with cats, stemming from an incident involving a pet mouse, which leads him to confront deeper emotions related to love, loss, and his childhood caregiver, referred to as "阿長." This narrative develops a tone of wistful remembrance, inviting readers to explore the blend of humor and poignancy in the exploration of memory throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Chinese
LoC Class PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Subject Essays
Category Text
EBook-No. 25271
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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