Book Details
The three of us
Yang Jiang / Life·Reading·New Knowledge Sanlian Bookstore /September 1, 2012
"We Three" is a touching memoir of family life written by Yang Jiang. In the book, Yang Jiang fondly recalls the time she spent with her husband Qian Zhongshu and her daughter Qian Yuan. However, in 1997 and 1998, Qian Yuan and Qian Zhongshu passed away one after another, leaving Yang Jiang alone to face the grief of losing their loved ones. In the book, Yang Jiang depicts every detail of the lives of the three people with delicate brushstrokes, showing their deep feelings and firm belief in mutual support. Although life was full of hardships and challenges, they always remained optimistic and strong and spent many unforgettable times together. This work is not only a deep remembrance of the deceased relatives, but also a profound reflection on family, love and life. It makes us cherish every moment spent with our loved ones and feel the true meaning of life.
Outline Notes
Book Summary of "We Three"Chapter 1: We Two Grow Old1.1 The Beginning of the Dream - Dream Description: Qian Zhongshu and Mr. Yang Jiang walked into the ancient post road together and began their journey in another world. - Reality Reflection: It reflects Mr. Yang Jiang&39;s deep longing for Qian Zhongshu and his feelings about the impermanence of life. 1.2 Mutual Memories - Common Memories: The process from the two people&39;s acquaintance to knowing each other, and the years they experienced together. - Mutual Support: Qian Zhongshu described by Mr. Yang Jiang is witty and talented, and she herself is a strong backing in his life. Chapter 2: We Three Lost2.1 The Symbolic Meaning of the Ancient Post Road - Symbol of the Journey: The Ancient Post Road symbolizes the journey between life and death. - Dispersion Implication: The three people scattered on the ancient post road symbolize the separation of life and death. 2.2 Loneliness and Searching - Feeling of Loneliness: The great loneliness and longing for relatives that Mr. Yang Jiang felt in his dream. - Searching process: She kept searching for Qian Yuan and Qian Zhongshu in her dreams, showing her deep concern for her family. Chapter 3: I miss the three of us alone3.1 Studying in Paris - Academic life: Describes the hardships and academic research of Qian Zhongshu studying in Paris. - Love and marriage: The encounter between the two and the sweet beginning of their married life. 3.2 Bits of family life - Daily life: The daily trivialities of the family, reflecting the happiness of ordinary life. - Educational philosophy: The training and education methods for daughter Qian Yuan. 3.3 Perseverance during the Cultural Revolution - Turbulent years: How the three people persevered in their academic pursuits and life attitudes during the Cultural Revolution. - Inner peace: How family members maintained inner peace and supported each other in the face of external turmoil. Chapter 4: Appendix4.1 Qian Zhongshu&39;s later years - Later life: Qian Zhongshu&39;s health and daily life in his later years. - Works arrangement: How Yang Jiang arranged and published Qian Zhongshu&39;s posthumous works. 4.2 Yang Jiang&39;s postscript - Original intention of writing: Yang Jiang&39;s original intention of writing this book was to commemorate her husband and daughter. - Life perception: Her perception of life, her views on life and death, and her expectations for the future. --- The above is a summary of "We Three". The content of each chapter is divided into sections, and the key points of each section are elaborated in detail. Through this structure, the framework and theme of the whole book can be clearly seen.
Catchy Sentences
Of course, the following are some wonderful sentences or paragraphs I selected from Mr. Yang Jiang's "We Three". They are very simple; the three of us are very simple. We have no demands on the world, no competition with others, just to be together, stay together, and do what we can. 2. Does a longer separation increase or reduce pain? I can't tell, but the farther I walk with him, the more afraid I am of never seeing him again. 3. Now the three of us are separated. The past cannot be retained, the dead cannot be pursued, and the remaining me can never find them again. Unique perspective: 4. There is no pure happiness in the world, happiness is always mixed with troubles and worries, and there is no forever in the world. 5. I clearly see that the apartment that I used to think of as "our home" is just an inn on the journey. I don't know where home is, and I am still looking for my way home. 6. He is skinny and I am old. He had no strength to speak, but he still forced himself to keep his eyes open to entertain me… He now deliberately walked slowly, letting me see him off one by one, trying to get together as much as possible, and turning a small dream into a long dream of thousands of miles. Beautiful language: 7. I miss the three of us alone. 8. The good things in the world are not solid, colorful clouds are easily dispersed and glass is fragile. 9. A Yuan is no longer here, and I can’t find her even if I change my dream; I am also too tired to change my dream. Full of wisdom: 10. The eyes of the elderly are dry, and they can only shed tears in their hearts. 11. The farther I walk with him, the more afraid I am of never seeing him again. 12. From now on, we will only part in death, and never be separated again. Creative: This part is more difficult to define in "The Three of Us", because Mr. Yang Jiang's writing style is more restrained and affectionate, but I still try to find some sentences that reflect her unique expression from her description of the details of life: 13. Eating a fancy meal is actually just eating dishes, and eating dishes is mainly about ordering dishes. 14. He vowed, "From now on, we will only be separated by death, and never again." 15. I shouted loudly, calling out my name. The shout fell into the wilderness, as if it was swallowed up, leaving no faint sound. Please note that since the book "We Three" is mainly Mr. Yang Jiang's affectionate memories of his family life, and the text is mostly plain and touching, the characteristic of "creativity" is not very prominent. The above sentences are more about Mr. Yang Jiang's keen capture and affectionate expression of life details. At the same time, due to the limitations of the book content, I can't give more sentences that meet the requirements of "creativity", but the above sentences can still show the charm of Mr. Yang Jiang's text. I hope these sentences can meet your needs and help readers better understand and appreciate the book "We Three".
Author Introduction
Yang Jiang, formerly known as Yang Jikang, is an outstanding female writer, translator and scholar in the history of modern Chinese literature.< Her life is full of legends, her works are deeply loved by readers, and her life experience and literary achievements have also left precious spiritual wealth for future generations.
Personal basic information Yang Jiang was born in Beijing on July 17, 1911 and died in Beijing on January 26, 2003.
< She has a superior family background.Her father Yang Yinhang is a famous jurist and her mother is an educated woman.<
Education and career background Yang Jiang received education in Beijing in her early years and later went to Oxford University in the UK for further studies, specializing in English literature.
Her academic background laid a solid foundation for her later literary creation and translation work.<
Writing career Yang Jiang's writing career spanned more than half a century, and her works covered novels, essays, translations and other fields.
Her prose works are known for their profound thinking and unique style.< For example, "We Three" is her representative work in her later years.
The book recalls her life with her husband Qian Zhongshu and her daughter Qian Yuan with affectionate brushstrokes.<
Style and Theme of Works Yang Jiang's works are fresh and natural, with concise and philosophical language.
The themes of her works focus on human nature, life and culture, especially the profound insight into family life, which gives her works a strong sense of reality and history.<
Personal Life Yang Jiang's personal life was full of ups and downs, but she always maintained an optimistic and tenacious spirit.
Her love story with her husband Qian Zhongshu was praised as "a good story in the literary world".< They experienced many major events in modern Chinese history together, and these experiences also deeply influenced her writing.
Social Influence Yang Jiang's works and life experience have had a profound impact on future generations.
< Her works are praised as "the treasure of modern Chinese literature", and her attitude towards life and spiritual outlook have also inspired countless readers.Quotations and evaluations of Yang Jiang's works and life experiences have been widely praised.
< The People's Daily once evaluated her as "an outstanding representative of modern Chinese literature", and the famous writer Wang Meng praised her works for "having profound ideological connotations and artistic charm".Latest News Although Yang Jiang has passed away, her works and spirit are still alive in the hearts of readers.
< Her works have been constantly reprinted and studied, and her life story has been adapted into movies and TV series many times, continuing to influence new generations of readers.Yang Jiang's life was a life of literature, a life of thinking, and a life of love.< Her works and life experiences provide us with valuable spiritual wealth, which is worthy of our in-depth study and learning.
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