01983cam a22003013u 4500 23938 UtSlPG 20260610133541.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG zh iso639-1 PL Anonymous 木蘭奇女傳 Mulan qi nü zhuan Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-12-20 "木蘭奇女傳" by Anonymous is a historical fiction novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the central character, Zhu Ruoxu, a young woman of great filial piety and wisdom, who disguises herself as a man to take her father's place in the army during a time of war, thereby embodying the values of loyalty and bravery. The opening of the narrative introduces us to Zhu Ruoxu's family background and sets the stage for her remarkable journey. It outlines her father's character, his devotion to family, and his humble beginnings, illustrating the importance of filial duties within their society. The text presents the characters' aspirations and familial concerns, as well as Zhu Ruoxu's determination to uphold her family's honor by stepping into her father's role when he is unable, ultimately leading to her transformation and the trials she will face in the military. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at themes of honor, sacrifice, and the interplay of gender roles in a patriarchal society, creating a compelling start to her extraordinary story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Hua, Mulan (Legendary character) -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23938 64954 64954