Chapter 222 The Prince of Melancholy, Free and Easy, Fragrant and Handsome
The greatness of "Ode to the West Wind" is of course inseparable from the background of the era when it appeared. In the European world at that time, various workers' revolutionary movements were flourishing, and the roar of machines promoted the advancement of the great era. Class contradictions were increasingly intensified, and various cold-blooded suppression was indispensable under the passionate environment. In this environment, the poet sang the melody of life with his fearless heart and composed an immortal song for the vigorous revolutionary movement.
However, the reason why this poem has been passed down to this day is that in addition to the characteristics of the times, the artistic charm of the poem itself plays a more important role, especially the lasting sentence "Winter is here, will spring be far away?" has become a famous line that has inspired countless people.
At this time, the poem appeared at Cambridge University and suddenly came to these prides of heaven. For a moment, they even felt a little helpless, especially those unscrupulous and confident local students. After expressing their reservations to Liu Jingting, a Chinese student, for several consecutive days, they suddenly read the poem and felt very embarrassed.
And when Liu Jingting's process of writing this poem was revealed, the incident became more and more interesting.
"Everyone saw with his own eyes that there was no exaggeration. The big boy from China did write this song "Ode to the West Wind" in less than forty minutes. At that time, he was directing the rehearsal of the drama called "Hamlet", and all the actors could testify."
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After this poem appeared, there was no doubt about Liu Jingting's writing ability. "Hamlet" also showed a little face in front of everyone. Then, the latest issue of "University Journal" came out, and everyone saw Liu Jingting's official response.
"There are a thousand Hamlets in the eyes of a thousand readers."
The literal meaning of this sentence is easy to understand. It is nothing more than that different people will experience differently when reading the same book. It is similar to the comments made by Mr. Lu Xun to readers of "Dream of Red Mansions". The scholars saw the "Yi" and Taoists saw the lust...
So this sentence was soon seen by the theoretical researchers of the School of Literature and was immediately cited as a golden sentence. There is a saying in literary research called "reading experience", which is aimed at the relationship between readers and text. After all, readers are the foothold and starting point of all literary creation. This kind of research is ultimately used to guide the author.
Any writer who claims that "his writing has nothing to do with readers" is bragging.
Because text without readers is equivalent to product without consumers, that is, there is no meaning of existence.
In addition, this comment can be used in dramas and literary works, film and television works and even daily necessities, just like in another world. This sentence quickly became a buzzword. "Hamlet" became popular like this.
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"The truly successful slogan is to eventually become a buzzword. Director Liu's words are really a masterpiece."
On New Year's Eve, these cultural exchange envoys from Wanxiang naturally wanted to gather together. Ye Jue and Sun Boya booked a hotel in Cambridge Town three days ago. During the meal, everyone talked about this drama. Ye Jue couldn't help but praise Liu Jingting.
"It should be that the poem was laid out so well. I read it several times and I love the last sentence. If winter comes, spring will take a long time to wait, and it feels very artistic." Sun Boya continued.
Yang Lilu suddenly said: "The original text is 'Winter is here, will spring be far away?'"
Everyone's eyes focused on Yang Lilu, and Kang Lingyue asked: "Original text? How do you know the original text?"
Yang Lilu suddenly remembered the situation when she was sick that night. Liu Jingting was afraid that she would be bored, so she started to play translation games with her. This poem was read out casually that night. However, she insisted that she knew nothing about the situation that night. Now when she was suddenly asked, she had never lie, and her face turned red instantly. Her hands trembled with nervousness, and one chopstick fell off, making her even more embarrassed.
Liu Jingting hurriedly answered: "I used to translate the English translation of "Hamlet", and I wrote this poem and asked Banxian to help translate it. So she is the first reader in the world to read the Chinese version of this poem. Speaking of which, I have to thank her this time. English translation, 90% of it is her credit."
"Oh, so this poem was originally in Chinese?" Yan Jing, a female teacher with more life experience, took the conversation.
"right."
Liu Jingting was not convenient for explaining too much, so he simply replied, and at the same time, the waiter changed Yang Lilu a pair of new chopsticks.
"It's this level of being able to pick it up at will. I envy your brain." Ye Kuo said.
“Better luck.”
"It's a talent."
Liu Jingting smiled humbly and stopped explaining.
After dinner, everyone freely went to this beautiful rural town, with Yang Lilu, Kang Lingyue and Liu Jingting, Ye Jue and Sun Boya accompanying the two teachers.
"I came here when I was in my second year of college. Cambridge Town has done a good job in protecting ancient buildings. The trees on both sides of the street are also in various shapes, which is particularly interesting."
Kang Lingyue incarnated as a tour guide and explained.
“The equestrian performances here are very famous, I can’t remember them.”
"Ban..." Kang Lingyue asked to call him "Banxian", but as soon as she called out a word, she stopped immediately, smiled sorryly, and said, "Xiao Yang, have you been here too?"
Yang Lilu glared at Liu Jingting and said, "I came here when I was very young. I remember watching an equestrian performance."
"There are 13 horses from this town in the Melbourne Cup equestrian competition between Cambridge and Australia." Liu Jingting said confidently.
"You have been here too?" Kang Lingyue asked.
"Well, I've read the guide. Why? You don't even read the guide when you travel abroad?"
Yang Lilu and Kang Lingyue all cast contemptuous eyes at Liu Jingting, and Liu Jingting continued calmly: "There are many antique and art merchandise stores here, so I bring a few when I return to China."
Yang Lilu glanced at him and said, "I want to cover up my nouveau riche temperament?"
"No, some can be given to people, and some can be used to decorate my magazine office."
Yang Lilu was about to continue to speak sarcastically, but Liu Jingting said, "Speaking of this, what type of objects do you like?"
"I?"
"Yes, "Hamlet" and this song "Ode to the West Wind", I owe you two favors."
"I don't need it, didn't this be agreed?" Yang Lilu frowned.
"Certificate and bonus are what you deserve. It has nothing to do with the favor I owe you."
"Hey, can I make a statement?" Kang Lingyue suddenly answered.
"Guide Kang said."
"You just mentioned the certificate and bonus?"
"Oh, I'm kidding."
Kang Lingyue felt relieved and thought to herself: "You have not even started this competition, so you can customize the award, of course it's a joke."
"The certificate actually refers to the certificate of honor. I have agreed with Banxian before that the world champion certificate of honor and bonus of "Hamlet" will be divided equally with her."
"Who said you want your bonus? You are a vulgar person!" Yang Lilu scolded.
"This is not a question of whether you want it or not, it is a regulation. As the core figure of the team, what qualifications do you have to refuse the bonus?" Liu Jingting criticized righteously.
Kang Lingyue held her forehead and looked at the two boys and girls who "completely misunderstood the key points" and "having inexplicable self-confidence" in front of her, and asked: "Isn't this drama competition not yet? Why are you here to share the bonus?"
"Ah?!" Yang Lilu and Liu Jingting said in confusion: "Director Kang, do you think "Hamlet" cannot win the award?"
"This..." Kang Lingyue looked at the two unbelievable expressions and suddenly felt very guilty. She was so unsociable. She said: "Of course this will definitely win the award."
"Yes, you'll know as long as you read the script." Yang Lilu said naturally, which made Kang Lingyue sweat again.
"Okay, I'm going to go far. What do you like in Banxian? Remember to tell me then. Don't be polite, coach Kang, and Director Kang and Dean Wen. Do they have any special hobbies?"
Yang Lilu gave him a look again and snorted gently, obviously not very appreciating this style. As a result, when Liu Jingting accidentally passed by her left, he quickly said in her ear: "There is also a magazine matter."
Yang Lilu responded quickly and asked, "How do you know?" As soon as she said this, she suddenly screamed, which was equivalent to admitting that she had tried to help secretly.
Liu Jingting smiled and looked back at her, and suddenly said a word: "Silly."
At that time, the town was dimly lit and the clear night sky in England was dotted with stars. Liu Jingting suddenly looked back and said "silly" to Yang Lilu, which angered the pretty girl.
Then, "Liu Jingting, you pig, stop for me" resounded through a rural road.
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After the Chinese New Year, Liu Jingting devoted himself to the drama more fully. In terms of plot, both British directors automatically focused on him. With Yang Lilu, the English expert, naturally, there is no need to worry about not being able to find a suitable vocabulary expression. In terms of stage and clothing, with Kang Lingyue, the old friend of Liu Jingting, the meaning that Liu Jingting wants to express can basically be conveyed clearly.
In other aspects, Ye Jue and Sun Boya are responsible for daily things, including food, clothing, housing and transportation, arrangement of daily travel activities, etc., while the two teachers are responsible for communicating with the Cambridge school related work.
Time seems to pass especially fast in orderly days. Hamlet slipped away inadvertently, and "Hamlet" finally ushered in the day of its own grand performance.
There was basically no suspense in the result of the performance. The whole show of "Hamlet" was only halfway through, and the audience members who attended completely confirmed that this was the champion!
Compared to the performance of "Romeo and Juliet" in Vientiane, this time it won even sharper. As soon as the drama ended, the leaders sitting in the first row, the judges and experts couldn't wait to stand up and present their applause. For a moment, the Cambridge Auditorium was swallowed by the overwhelming applause.
After Liu Jingting came on stage, the applause like the ocean raised another level. In this world-class school, everyone never stings with their applause to the real strong.
Liu Jingting's comments were very short, just the sentence: "For a thousand readers, there are a thousand Hamlets!"
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As soon as Liu Jingting's words ended, a major mass incident related to him occurred in China, which is eight time zones away from the UK: "Qianhong confirmed that the Chu Liuxiang series was completed, and thousands of readers spontaneously held various commemorative activities!"
The book review area of "Fighting Break the Sky" has been so popular that it has basically won the monthly ticket championship in advance! (To be continued...)
Chapter completed!