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A moving Chinese tale about family, fate, and faith, told with warmth and moral insight.
Discover how customs, hope, and devotion shape a people and their choices.
Set against the backdrop of early 19th‑century China, this translation opens a window into a world of temples, marriage customs, and everyday life. It follows a husband and wife whose quiet life is touched by fortune, hardship, and the bonds that tie generations together, offering a look at beliefs and practices that guided many families.- Explore how families honor ancestors and gods through temples, offerings, and ceremonies.
- See how personal vows and social expectations influence decisions around marriage and children.
- Get a glimpse of village life, trade, and maritime commerce that shape daily existence.
- Reflect on themes of devotion, resilience, and the moral lessons embedded in traditional tales.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a rare glimpse into what daily life was really like for ordinary people in China in the 19th century. It follows the journey of a couple, Sung-tun and Lew-she, as they navigate the challenges of society and bring a new life into the world. Their story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of love and family. The author offers insights into the religious and cultural beliefs of the time, through the lens of the challenges faced by the couple. These include the practice of praying for children at the shrine, seeking aid from spiritualists, and adhering to the tenets of Fih and Taoist religions. The narrative also explores the themes of social class, filial piety, and China's rich literary heritage, while shedding light on the role of women within a patriarchal society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282156947_0
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