Wu Ching-tzu
Wu Ching-tzu, also known as Wu Jingzi, was a Chinese writer during the Qing dynasty. He is best known for his satirical novel 'The Scholars' (儒林外史), which provides a critical examination of the civil service examination system and the scholar-official class in China. The novel is considered one of the masterpieces of Chinese literature and offers a detailed portrayal of the society and culture of his time.
Books
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1. The Scholars
The book is a satirical novel that offers a critical examination of the Chinese scholarly class and the civil service examination system of Imperial China. Through a series of interlinked stories, it follows the lives, careers, and misadventures of a diverse group of scholars, exposing the corruption, pettiness, and hypocrisy that pervade the academic and bureaucratic worlds. The narrative delves into the scholars' pursuit of literary glory and official rank, often at the expense of genuine morality and wisdom, providing a humorous yet poignant commentary on the social and educational values of the time.
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