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# Six Records of a Life Adrift (Hackett Classics)

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desertcart.com: Six Records of a Life Adrift (Hackett Classics): 9781603841986: Shen Fu, Sanders, Graham: Books

Review: Wonderful book - A Chinese classic, written at the start of the 19th Century when China was still ruled by the Ching Dynasty, and one that I have been remiss in not reading before. I wish that I’d read it earlier, as this is a simple tale of a simple life, told at the end of a journey. Of the six records, only four exist, but they are indeed powerful. Its hard to find a comparison, although in some ways I felt it was like the naturalism of Emile Zola, looking at reality with an objective eye, but not really because it fails to delve into the deep descriptions of the physical condition which typifies the French Naturalist movement. The Introduction (and at least one of my friends) characterized it as ¾ love story, and indeed that is how I would describe it too. But its not a fireworks and passion story, rather it’s a story of contentment and perseverance. The main protagonist and his wife are very comfortable with each other, despite going through many personal and economic travails. The treatment of the concubine which the wife wishes to introduce to the marriage is a good representation of the cultural customs of the time, as well as of the emotional issues. A very good read, and a good example of how to have a successful relationship despite adversity.
Review: One of My Favorite Memoirs, Across Culture, Gender, and Time - Poignant, funny, and heartbreaking, this memoir has depth, clarity and meaning across time, language, and culture. Shen Fu's understanding of and respect for women is often progressive even for today. Embracing and explicating the humanity of us all, Six Records of A Life Adrift, is a work of art by a humble being who was unaware of his own honest brilliance. By simply being true and accurate to his own fully lived live, Shen Fu inspires us all.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #758,572 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #171 in Asian History (Books) #987 in Chinese History (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (42) |
| Dimensions  | 5.25 x 0.5 x 8.25 inches |
| Edition  | 10/18/11 |
| ISBN-10  | 1603841989 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1603841986 |
| Item Weight  | 2.31 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 176 pages |
| Publication date  | September 15, 2011 |
| Publisher  | Hackett Publishing Company, Inc. |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful book
*by D***N on November 11, 2019*

A Chinese classic, written at the start of the 19th Century when China was still ruled by the Ching Dynasty, and one that I have been remiss in not reading before. I wish that I’d read it earlier, as this is a simple tale of a simple life, told at the end of a journey. Of the six records, only four exist, but they are indeed powerful. Its hard to find a comparison, although in some ways I felt it was like the naturalism of Emile Zola, looking at reality with an objective eye, but not really because it fails to delve into the deep descriptions of the physical condition which typifies the French Naturalist movement. The Introduction (and at least one of my friends) characterized it as ¾ love story, and indeed that is how I would describe it too. But its not a fireworks and passion story, rather it’s a story of contentment and perseverance. The main protagonist and his wife are very comfortable with each other, despite going through many personal and economic travails. The treatment of the concubine which the wife wishes to introduce to the marriage is a good representation of the cultural customs of the time, as well as of the emotional issues. A very good read, and a good example of how to have a successful relationship despite adversity.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of My Favorite Memoirs, Across Culture, Gender, and Time
*by R***R on August 10, 2015*

Poignant, funny, and heartbreaking, this memoir has depth, clarity and meaning across time, language, and culture. Shen Fu's understanding of and respect for women is often progressive even for today. Embracing and explicating the humanity of us all, Six Records of A Life Adrift, is a work of art by a humble being who was unaware of his own honest brilliance. By simply being true and accurate to his own fully lived live, Shen Fu inspires us all.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Take a very pleasant trip back in time
*by E***S on August 22, 2015*

Excellent reading. It captures what I feel certain Shen Fu felt as he wrote it. The translator does a skillful job of making you feel a part of that era even though it was originally written hundreds of years ago.

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