"Crescent Moon" is a novella written by the modern writer Lao She. It was originally published in "Guowen Weekly" Volume 12 Issues 12 to 15 on April 1, 8, and 15, 1935, and was later included in the short story collection "Yinghai Collection". This book tells the story of a mother and daughter who were forced to become prostitutes in the old society. It shows the whole process of a woman's panic, confusion, resistance and final surrender to the unfair fate imposed on her. The relationship between the characters in the book is simple and the story is concise and concise, but the real world it reveals is three-dimensional and complex; the first-person narration and lyrical writing are extremely contagious.
Reader comments
This book touched me deeply. It is narrated in the first person and is very contagious. I like the description of Crescent Moon in the book, it seems to symbolize the fate of the heroine. The mother and daughter were forced into prostitution one after another, which is heart-breaking. The story reveals the cruel reality of the old society and also shows the helplessness and tenacity of women. Well worth reading!
This book touched me deeply. It is narrated in the first person and is very contagious. I like the description of Crescent Moon in the book, it seems to symbolize the fate of the heroine. The mother and daughter were forced into prostitution one after another, which is heart-breaking. The story reveals the cruel reality of the old society and also shows the helplessness and tenacity of women. Well worth reading!
A book that understands human nature