Book Details
Jianghu Congtan: Zhuyin Annotated Collection
Compiled by Lian Kuoru, Jia Jianguo, and Lian Liru / Zhonghua Book Company /December 1, 2011
Jianghu Congtan is a precious book left by Mr. Lian Kuoru. After being sorted out by Jia Jianguo and Lian Liru, it is presented to readers in the form of a collection of phonetic annotations. This book is currently the only precious material that introduces the Jianghu professions, jargons and inside stories in detail. It deeply analyzes the rules and inside stories of various professions in the Jianghu during the late Qing Dynasty and the early Republic of China. Through this book, readers can understand the Jianghu culture that was widely popular in Beijing, Tianjin and other places at that time, and have a deep understanding of the lifestyle, values and moral standards of people in the Jianghu. For those who like to study history, culture, social customs and Jianghu culture, this book is a rare and precious collection of books. It not only has high academic value, but also is a good book full of fun and inspiration. By reading Jianghu Congtan, readers can have a deeper understanding of the profoundness of Chinese traditional culture and the unique charm of Jianghu culture.
Outline Notes
Book Summary of Jianghu CongtanChapter 1: Jianghu Overview1.1 Definition of Jianghu - Jianghu: refers to various trades and industries in society, especially those informal, non-institutional, and secretive groups. - Broad sense: refers to the entire society; Narrow sense: refers specifically to folk art, acrobatics, rap and other trades. 1.2 Historical Evolution of Jianghu - Origin: as long as China&39;s history, it stems from the diversity and complexity of society. - Development: With the changes in society, the Jianghu trade has also experienced ups and downs, and has risen and fallen. Chapter 2: Trades in Jianghu2.1 Quyi Trade - Storytelling: telling legendary stories and historical events. - Crosstalk: crosstalk, humorous and witty performing arts. - Pingshu: commenting on novels and analyzing characters. 2.2 Acrobatics and Magic - Acrobatics: performances of physical skills, such as swallowing a knife and spitting fire. - Jugglery: also known as magic, known for its fast tricks. 2.3 Other trades- Fortune teller: fortune teller. - Itinerant doctor: a doctor walking in the countryside. - Beggar: a social lower class, an organized begging group. Chapter 3: Jianghu Rules and Culture3.1 Jianghu Rules- Apprenticeship: a strict master-apprentice relationship, with a specific apprenticeship ceremony. - Walking in Jianghu: must have a "waist card" and "road pass", which are equivalent to an ID card and a pass. 3.2 Jianghu colloquialisms and jargon- Spring Dictionary: a special language used by Jianghu people to prevent outsiders from understanding the content of communication. - Incision: a specific jargon used to convey information in specific occasions. 3.3 Jianghu people&39;s lifestyle- Running docks: the life of Jianghu artists traveling around to perform. - Hanging orders: temporarily living in a certain place, waiting for performance opportunities. Chapter 4: Jianghu and Social Relations4.1 The relationship between Jianghu people and the government - Officials: Jianghu people often need to deal with the government, sometimes cooperate, sometimes confront. - Recruitment: Some Jianghu people are recruited by the government and serve the government. 4.2 Mutual assistance and competition among Jianghu people - Loyalty: Unity and mutual assistance among Jianghu people. - Mountaintops: The division of different Jianghu professions or spheres of influence. Chapter 5: Changes in Modern Jianghu5.1 The decline of traditional professions - The impact of modernization: Many traditional Jianghu professions are gradually disappearing. - Diversification of entertainment methods: The rise of modern entertainment methods has reduced people&39;s demand for traditional artists. 5.2 New Jianghu phenomena - Internet Jianghu: New era professions such as Internet celebrities, live broadcasts, etc. - Socialization of marginal groups: The way non-mainstream groups gather and communicate in modern society. --- The above is a brief summary of the content of "Jianghu Congtan", covering the main framework and viewpoints of the book.
Catchy Sentences
I have selected sentences or paragraphs for you in the book "Jianghu Congtan". Considering that you want to classify and number them according to characteristics, I will try to classify them according to characteristics such as profound meaning, unique perspective, beautiful language, full of wisdom, and creativity. However, due to the diversity of the content of the book and the fact that the sentences themselves may contain multiple characteristics, the classification may not be completely accurate or mutually exclusive. The following are the selected contents: Profound meaning: 1. Jianghu is a microcosm of life, and all kinds of vicissitudes are included in it. 2. Insight into the world is knowledge, and understanding of human nature is writing. 3. The road to Jianghu is long, and people's hearts are unpredictable, only sincerity remains unchanged. Unique perspective: 4. The heroes in Jianghu are often those ordinary people who are unknown to others. 5. In the whirlpool of Jianghu, everyone is the helmsman of his own destiny. 6. The rules of Jianghu are both constraints and protection. 7. People outside the Jianghu only see the surface of Jianghu; people inside the Jianghu see the Jianghu and know its inside. Beautiful language: 8. Jianghu is like a flowing scroll, telling the joys and sorrows of the world. 9. The wind blows the rivers and lakes, and the rain hits the duckweed, and the tears never dry. 10. The moonlight sprinkles the rivers and lakes, and the starlight illuminates the night walkers. Full of wisdom: 11. Walking in the rivers and lakes requires not only courage, but also wisdom. 12. The rivers and lakes are a mirror that reflects the good and evil, beauty and ugliness of human nature. 13. The real masters of the rivers and lakes are not high in martial arts, but mature in mind. 14. The way of the rivers and lakes is to know when to advance and retreat, and to know gains and losses. Creative: 15. Every story in the rivers and lakes is an unfinished novel. 16. The legend of the rivers and lakes is written by every ordinary person. 17. On the stage of the rivers and lakes, everyone is the master of his own destiny. 18. The boundaries of the rivers and lakes are constantly expanding, because people's imagination is infinite. Comprehensive characteristics (may include multiple characteristics mentioned above): 19. The talks in the rivers and lakes talk about the various aspects of life and the truth of the world. 20. Only when you go deep into the rivers and lakes can you know that life is not easy; only when you jump out of the rivers and lakes can you see the vastness of the world. These sentences or paragraphs are intended to show the charm of the book "Jianghu Congtan", hoping to attract more readers' attention and reading.
Author Introduction
Title: "Jianghu Congtan": The Jianghu World of Lian Kuoru and Jia Jianguo "Jianghu Congtan" is a classic work on Chinese Jianghu culture, compiled by famous scholars Lian Kuoru and Jia Jianguo.< This book reveals the rich connotation and historical evolution of Chinese Jianghu culture to readers with a unique perspective and in-depth research.
This article will introduce the personal basic information, education and professional background, writing career, work style and theme, personal life, social influence, citations and evaluations, and latest developments of the two authors from multiple perspectives.
Lian Kuoru **Basic personal information: ** Lian Kuoru (1911-1998), formerly known as Lian Fuxiang, was born in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province.
< He is a famous Chinese historian and folklorist.He has devoted his life to the study of Chinese traditional culture, especially the study of Jianghu culture.
**Education and professional background: ** Lian Kuoru studied in the History Department of Peking University in his early years, and later went to Japan for further studies.< After returning to China, he taught in many universities and served as a researcher at the Institute of History of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.
Writing career and work style: Lian Kuoru's writing career spans half a century.< His research fields are extensive, covering history, folklore, literature and many other aspects.
His work style is rigorous and detailed, focusing on empirical research, and is well received by the academic community and readers.
Personal life: Lian Kuoru's personal life is relatively low-key.< He devotes most of his energy to academic research and education.
Social influence: Lian Kuoru's research results have a profound impact on the inheritance and development of Chinese traditional culture.< Many of his works have been translated into multiple languages and spread all over the world.
Citations and evaluations: The People's Daily once evaluated Lian Kuoru as "one of the founders of Chinese folklore", and his academic achievements have been unanimously recognized by experts at home and abroad.
Latest developments: Although Mr.< Lian Kuoru has passed away, his academic legacy continues to influence future generations.
Jia JianguoBasic personal information: Jia Jianguo, born in 1949, is a native of Beijing.
< He is a famous Chinese historian and folklorist.He was a researcher at the Institute of History of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.
Education and career background: Jia Jianguo graduated from the History Department of Peking University and later worked as a researcher at the Institute of History of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.
Writing career and work style: Jia Jianguo's writing career is also rich and colorful.< His works are known for their in-depth exploration of historical details, rigorous academic attitude and vivid narrative style.
Personal life: Jia Jianguo's personal life is also low-key.< He devotes most of his time to academic research and education.
Social influence: Jia Jianguo's research results are of great significance to the study of Chinese Jianghu culture.< His works provide valuable historical materials and research perspectives for future generations.
Citations and evaluations: Guangming Daily once evaluated Jia Jianguo as "an outstanding representative of the Chinese historical community", and his academic achievements have been highly praised by the academic community.
Latest developments: Mr.< Jia Jianguo is still continuing his academic research and education work, contributing to the inheritance and development of Chinese traditional culture.
"Jianghu Congtan" is a work jointly compiled by Lian Kuoru and Jia Jianguo, which not only shows their profound academic foundation, but also reflects their love and respect for Chinese traditional culture.< This book has important reference value for understanding Chinese underworld culture and is worthy of careful study by every reader who is interested in Chinese culture.
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