Minor Literature and Ancient Books: Banqiao Miscellaneous Notes

About This Novel

"Banqiao Miscellaneous Notes" was written by Yu Huai, a litterateur in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. The book is divided into three volumes: the first, middle and second volumes. The book contains a selection of excellent essays. It describes the situation of the famous prostitutes in the old courtyard in Changbanqiao area on the south bank of Qinhuai River in the late Ming Dynasty and the relevant experiences in various aspects. This book is worth reading for readers interested in such topics. The work has a strong story and is highly readable. The work strives to exaggerate the prosperity of the past to contrast the desolation of today, which is a characteristic of the writing of this book. Although the Ming Empire was in turmoil at that time, and its two-hundred-year great cause was coming to an end, the collapse of the mansion did not hinder the sensuality, abnormal prosperity, and culture, wine, music, and singing of Nandu that reached its peak at this time. With the change of dynasties, everything was shattered, the heroes disappeared and the singers disappeared. The writing in this book is simple and clear. It truly describes the collective image and tragic fate of Nanjing singing girls and prostitutes in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, and narrates touching stories of life and death. The sad feeling of rise and fall expressed in this book has gone beyond the lingering memories of the old days of skirts and songs and the prosperous past. It is a masterpiece that will be passed down forever. The author and his works were praised by Lu Xun, who said, "After the Tang Dynasty people were admitted to the imperial examinations, they did a lot of traveling, and the customs were followed and they were considered good stories... From the Ming to the Qing Dynasty, there were many authors, and "Banqiao Miscellaneous Notes" by Yu Huai of the Qing Dynasty was particularly famous." From this perspective, whether it is used for recreational reading or study, this book has extremely high reading value.

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