On Wu Dalang's Personality and Cultural Significance
Wu Dalang was a minor character in The Water Margin.He was naturally kind and cowardly,only seeking family stability and neighborhood harmony.He loved his wife and valued kinship more.When there was a conflict between family and kinship,he attempted to solve it peacefully.Wu Dalang was a sympathized character in Shi Nai'an's works,and his tragedy demonstrated the social warning significance of The Water Margin.