歡喜冤家 by Xihuyuyinzhuren

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Author Xihuyuyinzhuren
Title 歡喜冤家
Alternate Title Huan Xi Yuan Jia
Credits Produced by Jie-Ning Li
Summary "歡喜冤家" by Xihuyuyinzhuren is a historical fiction novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds around the life of a man named 花林 (Hua Lin) and his tumultuous marriage to 花二娘 (Hua Erniang), as well as the interactions with other characters in a village setting that often lead to entangled relationships and conflicts. Themes of love, infidelity, and the consequences of personal choices are central to the narrative. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the character of Hua Lin, his upbringing, and the misguided decisions that lead to chaos in his life. At the heart of this turmoil is his struggle with vices like gambling and drinking, which alienate him from his responsibilities and family. Simultaneously, the story hints at a brewing scandal involving his wife and another man, 任三 (Ren San), as their secret interactions are explored. This intricate setup lays the groundwork for the dramatic events that will unfold, showcasing how personal flaws and societal pressures can lead to tragic outcomes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Chinese
LoC Class PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Subject Chinese fiction -- Ming dynasty, 1368-1644
Subject Erotic literature, Chinese
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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