02208cam a22003253u 4500 24227 UtSlPG 20260610133545.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG zh iso639-1 PL Wu, Jianren, 1866-1910 情變 Qing-Bian 情变 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-01-10 Produced by Jia-Ning Guo "情變" by Jianren Wu is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the complexities of human emotions and relationships, presenting tales interwoven with themes of love, betrayal, and societal expectations through the lives of its main characters, particularly focusing on寇四爺 and他的妻子, as well as the intertwined lives within their community. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to the world of寇四爺, a man skilled in the arts of illusion and martial prowess, and his wife,寇四娘, who is equally talented. Set against the backdrop of a year of famine, the couple decides to leave their village to perform in the cities, hoping to earn a living in a time of scarcity. Their journey provides insights into their thoughts, aspirations, and the social dynamics of the people they encounter, including a brief introduction to秦相公, who comes from a humble background but possesses ambitions for his family. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at deeper connections and future developments that will shape both their fates significantly. The opening establishes an engaging mix of folklore and personal story, enticing readers into reflecting on the relationships that define their characters' lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Chinese fiction -- Qing dynasty, 1644-1912 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24227 65228 65228