西湖佳話 by pseud. Langzi Mo
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Mo, Langzi, pseud.
Chinese
"西湖佳話" by pseud. Langzi Mo is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book centers around the legendary figure of 葛洪 (Ge Hong), a man of humble beginnings who becomes a prominent scholar and practitioner of alchemy in ancient China. The narrative explores his journey as he navigates societal expectations, discovers spiritual...
introduces a picturesque setting of 西湖 (West Lake) surrounded by mountains and brings attention to 葛嶺 (Ge Ridge), named after Ge Hong, who is noted for his extraordinary capabilities and his pursuit of enlightenment. The text delves into Ge Hong's early life, characterized by his poor upbringing and his dedication to self-education and mastery of ancient texts. As Ge Hong's character is established, the story hints at his future adventures, including encounters with historical figures, philosophical discussions, and eventual pursuits of immortality that define his legacy, all grounded within the rich cultural and natural landscape of West Lake. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Donald Adams
6 months agoFrom the very first page, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
Lucas Clark
5 months agoFrom the very first page, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. Absolutely essential reading.
Charles Rodriguez
3 months agoSimply put, the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. It was exactly what I needed right now.
Matthew Flores
5 months agoMake no mistake, the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
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Joshua King
4 months agoFor a digital edition, the formatting of this PDF is flawless and easy to read on any device. I will be reading more from this author.