Gilded Doctrine
by Xiao Hong
About This Novel
"The Gilded Doctrine" shows the plight of intellectual women in the old society through the perspective of "I". In the article, "I" regard my uncle as my only idol. He is upright and knowledgeable. He often teaches "I" to be simple, not to boast, and not to apply makeup. Under his influence, "I" developed a strong interest in knowledge and literature. However, when "I" wanted to go to school, my father used various excuses to stop me. My uncle, who was originally supportive of me, suddenly changed his attitude. Not only did he despise women's education, he even mocked female students as "ridiculous." This left me feeling disillusioned. Finally, "I" accidentally discovered that my uncle had a failed love affair, and his young lover was now gray-haired. At this time, "I" realized that my uncle's opposition to "me" pursuing knowledge was not because he really believed in those doctrines, but because he himself had succumbed to the prejudices and moral constraints of the old society. His so-called doctrine is just a layer of "gilding" to cover up the helplessness and pain deep in his heart. Under the heavy pressure of paternal authority, it was difficult for me to break through the embarrassment. This book also includes excellent works such as "Sickness", "Frost on His Upper Lip" and "Spring Again".
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