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In a tranquil winter of the Qing court, a young scholar recounts the humble beginnings of his marriage to Chen, a clever and modest woman whose talent for poetry shines even as a child. Their courtship unfolds amid the gardens of Suzhou’s Canglang Pavilion, where whispered verses and delicate embroidery become the language of their growing affection.
The narrative captures the everyday intimacy of their life: shared meals of simple broth, playful teasing over literary debates, and quiet evenings spent reading classics together. Their bond deepens through gentle banter about the great poets Li Bai and Du Fu, and the tender moments when a hand‑held wrist or a whispered compliment stirs the heart.
Through vivid description and a gentle, reflective tone, the story invites listeners into a world where love is expressed in ink, song, and the soft cadence of daily ritual, offering a glimpse of a partnership rooted in mutual respect and shared love of the written word.
Language
zh
Duration
~39 minutes (37K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2008-04-27
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
b. 1763
Best known for the intimate classic Six Records of a Floating Life, this Qing-era writer turned everyday experience into something vivid and enduring. His work is cherished for its warmth, honesty, and unusually personal portrait of marriage, friendship, and domestic life.
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