老殘遊記

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Liu, E, 1857-1909

Language:

Chinese

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

Lao Can You Ji

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"老殘遊記" by E Liu is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a character named 老殘, originally named 鐵, who becomes a wandering healer after struggling with life's challenges, including the failure of his family's legacy. He encounters various individuals and situations, revealing social issues and human experiences, particularly during his travels. The opening of the novel introduces the stunning scenery near 蓬萊山 and the vibrant social life around it, where 老殘 and his friends gather. As they enjoy the picturesque views, they become aware of a ship in distress, facing potential disaster at sea. The narrative unfolds with the characters discussing how to intervene, revealing their personalities and moral dilemmas surrounding the fate of the ship's passengers and crew. This intriguing blend of personal stories and broader societal themes sets the stage for 老殘's adventures and the exploration of human nature throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Yan Jyun Jhu

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Travels_of_Lao_Can

Release date is 2008-04-22