英文摘要
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Li Yu (李漁) appraises twoChuanqi (傳奇): he comments on Qin louyue (《秦樓月》) and examines Xiang cao yin (《香草吟》). By "commenting" and "examining," Li already clarifies his different focuses of his appraisal of these two books. On his comment on Qin louyue, Li offers his opinions from the perspective of a playwright, and also provides ideas to adapt the play based on the audience's reception. While evaluating and highly complimenting on a new work, Li simultaneously co-creates the work. "To create and complement art through commenting" shows the interactive-ness and flexibility of play writing. On his appraisal on Xiang cao yin, there are more clarification, implication, guidance and evaluation of the work. Li understands well the structure and qualities of the play. By analyzing the plot, structure, and writing techniques, Li leads readers to comprehend the writer's mind and arrangement of the play. Yet he aims his job as an appraiser, approving and encouraging the playwright. While making compliments, Li actually gives instructions. This is the very art standard that Li aspires to and holds up to: to instruct and enlighten through humor and playfulness; to reach perfection through constant inventions. By making literary appraisal, Li Yu bridges the gap between the reader and the playwright. He not only points out the talents of the playwright, but also presents his own viewpoint on creative writing ofXiqu. In his observation, Li shows his control and grasp of "Samadhi of Literacy" (文字三眛). His greatest contribution is to present the essence of "Samadhi of Playacting" (優人三眛). On his appraisal, on one hand, Li passes down the reformism of the Confucianism, the exterior structure and ideas of the traditional literary creations, and the deliberate arrangement of the rules of traditional tunes, melodies and music. On the other hand, Li understands well the qualities of Xiqu plays, reflecting on the system of tunes, lyrics, and plays, focusing on the interior structure of the plot and settings, and utilizing the conventionalized forms and renewing the techniques. Li does point out the division between dramatic texts and theatrical arts. He distinguishes, merges, adopts and innovates various arts, and carries out the continuity of Xiqu theories.
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