Flowers (original Tv Series of the Same Name Starring Hu Ge, Ma Yili, Tang Yan, and Xin Zhilei)
by Jin Yucheng
About This Novel
The masterpiece of the famous writer Jin Yucheng and the winner of the Mao Dun Literature Award. The TV series of the same name is produced and directed by Wong Kar-wai, written by Qin Wen, the screenwriter of "The First Half of My Life", and stars Hu Ge, Ma Yili, Tang Yan and Xin Zhilei. This is a regional novel, and the characters' movements can be found on a "tangible" map. This is also a memory novel. The old dreams of teenagers in the 1960s radiate widely, and the colorful memories of fireworks in the world are everywhere. The sensuality of the 1990s is like a flowing mat one after another. The narrative frequently alternates between two time and space, and legends arise one after another, extending the story about Shanghai's "inconsistencies" and complicated situations, cautious sarcasm, and aggressive cartoons hide Shanghai's fashion and popularity; yesterday's omissions, or tomorrow's revelations... Even if the flowers fall and death arrives, the song ends, but the people are still there.
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Official(23)Scraped 7d ago
A Bao, Lu Sheng and Xiao Mao grew up together. Among the three, Xiao Mao was the most affectionate, as can be seen from his willingness to help others when he was young, to his romantic relationship, and then to his desolate and complacent later years. Abao also became Mr. Bao. In the end, all that was left was confusion
It shows the prosperity and vicissitudes of Shanghai with delicate brushstrokes. The story is fascinating and the characters are vivid, reflecting Shanghai's historical changes and human relationships. Worth reading.
The mandarin ducks and butterflies in the colorful world are better off sleeping together gently
It's true that the flowers are blooming, the fire is cooking the oil, and the flowers are in full bloom. It is lively and vigorous, but in the end it gathers and disperses indefinitely. People's faces don't know where to go, but the peach blossoms still smile in the spring breeze. At first glance, it seems that a man and a woman eat, drink, laugh, and get married, but at second glance, it is a common custom in urban life. On the surface, it is meaty and vegetarian, but underneath it is sad and unpredictable. A contemporary milestone in Shanghai-style literature.
I feel like this book review section is full of brushes.
These book reviews are so messed up that I can't understand them, so why did I spend money to hire a bunch of robots?
Fortunately, I am also a Wu-speaking person, so I can read fairly fluently. However, I guess the reading threshold for non-Wu-speaking people is very high, and the writing is not in the usual way. The cool breeze, bright moon, and dirty discord are all in between the words and sentences. I originally read the original text for Lao Hu's drama, and it is indeed good. The intersection between the characters' words and sentences is Mr. Bao, who seems to be alone and independent, but also hidden in the smoke and fire of all living beings.
The mandarin ducks and butterflies in the colorful world are better off sleeping together gently
It's true that the flowers are blooming, the fire is cooking the oil, and the flowers are in full bloom. It is lively and vigorous, but in the end it gathers and disperses indefinitely. People's faces don't know where to go, but the peach blossoms still smile in the spring breeze. At first glance, it seems that a man and a woman eat, drink, laugh, and get married, but at second glance, it is a common custom in urban life. On the surface, it is meaty and vegetarian, but underneath it is sad and unpredictable. A contemporary milestone in Shanghai-style literature.
Abao To sum up the character in a cheesy and romantic way: Gentle, steady and dignified little boy from the Bund (later life changes drastically) It can also be said that it was not love, after all, both of them were so young at the time. But it's so touching, and for such a long book, I like the part about Betty the most, until the final movement happens, and then she and the Shaoxing grandmother "turn into goldfish" and leave. The whole narrative is as romantic as the white moonlight in my heart. I will never forget the part where Abao went to the music store to find a piano for her after something happened at Betty's house. Jin Yucheng's writing is too rich and colorful in some parts, but this part is really rich and pure.
Although Ms. Wang is indeed hateful, she is also really beautiful. As a Yangou, I have to say that I am looking forward to the movie and hope not to live up to such a beautiful writing style*^O^*
There is a problem with typesetting
There is a problem with the layout of this book, and I am very tired of reading it. There are not many punctuation marks, and there are no chapters.
The award-winning work should be pretty good, I think.
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Official(23)Scraped 7d ago
A Bao, Lu Sheng and Xiao Mao grew up together. Among the three, Xiao Mao was the most affectionate, as can be seen from his willingness to help others when he was young, to his romantic relationship, and then to his desolate and complacent later years. Abao also became Mr. Bao. In the end, all that was left was confusion
It shows the prosperity and vicissitudes of Shanghai with delicate brushstrokes. The story is fascinating and the characters are vivid, reflecting Shanghai's historical changes and human relationships. Worth reading.
The mandarin ducks and butterflies in the colorful world are better off sleeping together gently
It's true that the flowers are blooming, the fire is cooking the oil, and the flowers are in full bloom. It is lively and vigorous, but in the end it gathers and disperses indefinitely. People's faces don't know where to go, but the peach blossoms still smile in the spring breeze. At first glance, it seems that a man and a woman eat, drink, laugh, and get married, but at second glance, it is a common custom in urban life. On the surface, it is meaty and vegetarian, but underneath it is sad and unpredictable. A contemporary milestone in Shanghai-style literature.
I feel like this book review section is full of brushes.
These book reviews are so messed up that I can't understand them, so why did I spend money to hire a bunch of robots?
Fortunately, I am also a Wu-speaking person, so I can read fairly fluently. However, I guess the reading threshold for non-Wu-speaking people is very high, and the writing is not in the usual way. The cool breeze, bright moon, and dirty discord are all in between the words and sentences. I originally read the original text for Lao Hu's drama, and it is indeed good. The intersection between the characters' words and sentences is Mr. Bao, who seems to be alone and independent, but also hidden in the smoke and fire of all living beings.
The mandarin ducks and butterflies in the colorful world are better off sleeping together gently
It's true that the flowers are blooming, the fire is cooking the oil, and the flowers are in full bloom. It is lively and vigorous, but in the end it gathers and disperses indefinitely. People's faces don't know where to go, but the peach blossoms still smile in the spring breeze. At first glance, it seems that a man and a woman eat, drink, laugh, and get married, but at second glance, it is a common custom in urban life. On the surface, it is meaty and vegetarian, but underneath it is sad and unpredictable. A contemporary milestone in Shanghai-style literature.
Abao To sum up the character in a cheesy and romantic way: Gentle, steady and dignified little boy from the Bund (later life changes drastically) It can also be said that it was not love, after all, both of them were so young at the time. But it's so touching, and for such a long book, I like the part about Betty the most, until the final movement happens, and then she and the Shaoxing grandmother "turn into goldfish" and leave. The whole narrative is as romantic as the white moonlight in my heart. I will never forget the part where Abao went to the music store to find a piano for her after something happened at Betty's house. Jin Yucheng's writing is too rich and colorful in some parts, but this part is really rich and pure.
Although Ms. Wang is indeed hateful, she is also really beautiful. As a Yangou, I have to say that I am looking forward to the movie and hope not to live up to such a beautiful writing style*^O^*
There is a problem with typesetting
There is a problem with the layout of this book, and I am very tired of reading it. There are not many punctuation marks, and there are no chapters.
The award-winning work should be pretty good, I think.
