Love in a Fallen City by Eileen Chang caught on upon publication.It has been well-received and become one of Eileen Chang's most popular works.This work has directly established her position in China's literature history.This paper interprets the unique literary aesthetics conveyed by Love in a Fallen City through close reading.Behind this novel's popularity,Eileen Chang herself is skilled at handling and using languages.Eileen Chang's achievements in languages are significant and distinctive,earning her style the name"Chang-style".Besides,Bai Liushu and Fan Liuyuan,two masters set in the novel,are appealing to readers.Bai Liusu embodies both the"new"and"old"characteristics against that time background,making her a unique artistic image in the his-tory of China's modern and contemporary literature.Fan Liuyuan comes across as casual and elegant bearing,but his deep pursuit of true love leaves a profound impression on readers.At last,this work brings readers an extraordinary reading experience with its highly authentic narrative and legendary flavor.
Close readingEileen ChangLove in a Fallen CityLiterary aestheticsBai LiushuFan Liuyuan
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