二刻拍案惊奇 by Mengchu Ling
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Ling, Mengchu, 1580-1644
Chinese
"二刻拍案惊奇" by Mengchu Ling is a collection of short stories written in the early 17th century. The book features a variety of tales that explore themes of morality, justice, and the supernatural, often illustrated through the experiences of its characters, including monks and individuals entangled in societal issues. The opening of the work sets a re...
written words. It discusses the significance of preserving knowledge through texts, emphasizing the consequences of neglect and the fate of precious documents. The narrative then transitions to a specific incident involving a monk named 辨悟, who proposes selling a cherished manuscript, the "金刚经," to address a food shortage in his temple. However, circumstances lead to a remarkable series of events that intertwine the fates of individuals connected to this manuscript, setting the stage for tales of moral choices and supernatural occurrences in the stories to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Daniel Robinson
1 month agoMake no mistake, it provides a comprehensive overview that is perfect for students and experts alike. A solid resource I will return to often.
Jennifer Martinez
2 months agoMy professor recommended this and the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. One of the best books I've read this year.
Karen Young
3 months agoI didn't expect much, but it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. It was exactly what I needed right now.
Dorothy Miller
2 months agoI was pleasantly surprised because it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. It exceeded all my expectations.
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Donald Torres
3 months agoTo be perfectly clear, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. Absolutely essential reading.