Pocket Classic Library: Six Chapters of a Floating Life
by Shen Fu
About This Novel
"Six Chapters of a Floating Life (Three Parts) (Essence)" is one of the representative works of lyric literature with female protagonists in ancient China (such works include Shen Fu's "Six Chapters of a Floating Life (Three Parts)", Mao Xiang's "Reminiscences of Yingmei'an", Chen Peizhi's "Reminiscences of Xiangwan Tower" and Jiang Tan's "Memories of Autumn Lanterns", these four works are included in this book). The author Shen Fu uses simple writing style to describe his experiences for most of his life. The contrast between joy and sorrow is truly moving. In "Six Chapters of a Floating Life", Shen Fu describes the family life of the couple in a long way, which is rare in ancient Chinese literary works. The book has unique comments on landscapes, gardens, food and daily life. With poignant words and lingering style, it describes the deep love and tender love between husband and deceased wife.
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