02106cam a22003253u 4500 25649 UtSlPG 20260610133605.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG zh iso639-1 PL Yanxiayishi 巧聯珠 Qiao Lian Zhu Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qiao_Lian_Zhu Release date is 2008-05-30 Produced by Kathy Chen "巧聯珠" by Yanxiayishi is a historical fiction novel likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative focuses on the life and experiences of a young scholar named 聞生, who is navigating the complicated social structures and romantic entanglements of his time, including friendships, poetry, and familial expectations. The story delves into the interplay of personal ambition and societal norms, offering a rich tapestry of character-driven conflict. The opening of the novel introduces 聞生, a gifted and well-mannered scholar from a respectable family in Suzhou. He enjoys a close-knit friendship with other young intellectuals and shares a passion for poetry, depicted during a vibrant gathering under blooming peonies. However, as he tries to pursue his literary ambitions and navigate potential marriage arrangements, he faces challenges, including a misunderstanding with the ambitious賈有道, who seeks to undermine him. The social dynamics of marriage and rivalry are established early on, setting the stage for conflict and character development throughout the tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Chinese fiction -- Qing dynasty, 1644-1912 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25649 66650 66650