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The Existentialist Interpretation of Yu Hua's “Brothers”

  • Journal of Chinese Language and Literature
  • 2024, (97), pp.117-138
  • Publisher : Chinese Literary Society Of Yeong Nam
  • Research Area : Humanities > Chinese Language and Literature
  • Received : November 20, 2024
  • Accepted : December 13, 2024
  • Published : December 30, 2024

Jin ChunMei 1

1경북대학교

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ABSTRACT

This paper explores the intersection of Yu Hua's novel “Brothers” with existential philosophy, focusing on the novel's satirical elements and Yu Hua's engagement with existentialism. It outlines Yu Hua's significance in Chinese literature and the impact of “Brothers,” then delves into the existential concepts of freedom and choice as portrayed through the characters Li Guangtou and Song Gang. The paper argues that “Brothers” reflects existential themes of individual struggle and resistance in the face of societal change. It also discusses Yu Hua's contribution to the existential dialogue, particularly in the context of modern Chinese society. The paper concludes by highlighting the importance of Yu Hua's work in understanding individual existence and social values, suggesting future research on existential philosophy in diverse cultural contexts.

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