The Original Text and Comprehension of Ah Chang and the Classic of Mountains and Seas
" Ah Chang and the Classic of Mountains and Seas " was a modern Chinese story about Ah Chang's hairdressing, sewing, and other jobs in the late Qing Dynasty to make a living for his family. The novel used a vivid description to reflect the style of Chinese society and the living conditions of the people through the image of Ah Chang. The original novel was as follows: Ah Chang's hair had already turned white. She lived in a small alley and cut hair, mended clothes, and cooked for the whole family every day. Although her job was simple, she was very hardworking and loved by her family. One day, Lu Xun came to this alley and found Ah Chang cutting hair for a customer. Lu Xun curiously chatted with Ah Chang and asked her who this guest was. Ah Chang said that he was a wealthy businessman. Lu Xun felt that this businessman did not look like a good person after listening to him, so he asked Ah Chang if he knew this businessman. Ah Chang shook his head and said he didn't know her. Lu Xun then asked Ah Chang if he had seen the merchant's daughter-in-law. Ah Chang said he had not. Lu Xun felt a little uneasy after hearing this, thinking that this businessman might harm Ah Chang and her family. Therefore, he decided to leave this alley and never come into contact with Ah Chang again. However, not long after, Lu Xun heard that Ah Chang's family had met with misfortune. She was abused by the merchant's wife. Lu Xun felt deeply guilty and decided to return to this alley to help Ah Chang and her family. Lu Xun came to Ah Chang's house and found that her home was very simple and the environment was very difficult. He walked up to Chang and sincerely told her that his previous actions were wrong and should not have caused harm to Chang and her family. Ah Chang was moved to tears after hearing this. She expressed her gratitude and recognition to Lu Xun. From then on, Lu Xun and Ah Chang became good friends. They worked together to make a living for their families and spent difficult days together.