What was the difference between traditional wuxia novels and new wuxia novels?
The traditional wuxia novels and the new wuxia novels were two different types of literature, and there were some obvious differences. Traditional wuxia novels usually depicted grudges, heroic loyalty, chivalrous spirit, etc. In them, there were often characters with strong martial arts skills, complicated plots, and intense battle scenes. The new wuxia novels paid more attention to the relationship between characters and human nature in modern society, focusing on emotional descriptions and psychological analysis, often with clearer plots and character development. In addition, the creation of the new martial arts novels was also more diverse. They were no longer limited to the traditional martial arts style and worldview. They began to try different writing methods and styles. The writing backgrounds and styles of traditional and new wuxia novels were also different. Traditional wuxia novels usually took place in the ancient Jianghu world, emphasizing the spirit of wuxia and chivalry. However, new wuxia novels paid more attention to the relationship between characters and human nature in modern society, emphasizing the exploration and reflection of human nature. The traditional wuxia novels and the new wuxia novels had great differences in literary form, content, and theme. The readers had to choose according to their own preferences and needs.