01896cam a22003133u 4500 25329 UtSlPG 20260610133559.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG zh iso639-1 PL Unknown 春秋配 Chun Qiu Pei 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 2008-05-05 Produced by Tina Wang "春秋配" by Unknown is a fictional narrative likely written in the early 17th century during the Ming Dynasty. This story revolves around characters caught in a web of relationships and societal expectations, particularly exploring themes of friendship, love, and moral dilemmas. The opening of the tale introduces a character named Li Hua, a well-educated young man of noble bearing who leads a solitary life due to the early death of his parents. He finds joy in literature and the company of his friend, Zhang Yanxing, who struggles with personal setbacks after losing his official position. Zhang decides to join a band of outlaws, prompting a heartfelt farewell with Li, who is concerned for his friend’s safety. Meanwhile, another subplot unfolds involving a thief, Shi Jingbo, who plans to rob Li's household, leading to a tense encounter. This opening sets the stage for intertwining stories of friendship, loyalty, and the challenges posed by societal constraints. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Chinese fiction -- Qing dynasty, 1644-1912 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25329 66330 66330