官場現形記

Name: 官場現形記
Author: Boyuan Li

By Boyuan Li

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小說以鄉村為場景，描寫兩家因科舉得失而起的攀比與交往，從學生應試、張羅賀禮到宴請鄉紳，細緻呈現門第、師生與親族間的互動。敘事透過慶賀、爭執與權勢交換，揭露拜官攀附、虛榮與人情世故如何腐蝕道德與社會秩序，並以諷刺筆調勾勒出科舉與官場的習俗與弊端。情節層層鋪陳，既有世態觀察也有人物間的利益博弈。

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Boyuan Li

Li Boyuan was a Chinese author known for his satirical works that critique the bureaucratic system of his time. His most notable work, "官場現形記" (The Examination Hall), provides a vivid portrayal of the corruption and moral decay within the government, reflecting the societal issues of late Qing Dynasty China. In addition to this influential novel, he also contributed to literature with "文明小史" (A Brief History of Civilization), which explores themes of cultural development. Li's writings are significant for their incisive commentary on the political landscape, making him an important figure in Chinese literary heritage.