Gong zizhen's poems
Gong Zizhen's poetry style is fresh and refined, full of romanticism. Most of his poems take nature as the theme, showing profound philosophical thinking. For example, "Fu Gu Cao Yuan Farewell" in Jihai Miscellany:
The long grass is so lush that the withered grass will thicken the color of the grass every autumn and winter.
Wildfire can't burn it out, but the spring breeze can revive it.
Weeds and wild flowers are all over the ancient road, and the end of the grass in the sun is your journey.
I once again sent my bosom friend, and the thick grass represented my deep affection.
This poem shows a deep understanding of the natural landscape and deep thinking about life. It depicts the ups and downs of vegetation and expresses the impermanence and change of life. At the same time, it also showed the preciousness of friendship and the sadness of parting, which left a deep impression on people.
Gong zizhen's prose
Gong Zizhen's prose style is fresh and concise, and his brushwork is smooth and natural. Most of his prose works are based on historical biography, which shows deep thinking about history and cherishing traditional culture. For example, "Plum Blossom" in "Returning to the Field":
Although plum blossom is cold wood, its appearance is strange, and it does not follow the customs of vegetation. Just like a gentleman in the world, despite adversity, it does not change its noble spirit, but shows its unique character.
Through the description of plum blossom, this paper shows admiration for noble character and praise for independent spirit. It is not only a compliment to plum blossom, but also a compliment to personality, which leaves a deep impression on people.
Gong zizhen's novels
Gong Zizhen's novels are mostly based on historical legends, showing a profound understanding of traditional culture and a profound exploration of human nature. For example, the Peony Pavilion in Biography of Flowers on the Sea:
I don't know if I am a dream guest, but I am insatiable in one day. Don't lean against the fence alone, it is infinite, and it is easier to see when you are away. Running water is gone, and spring is gone.
This description shows the complexity of human nature and the impermanence of fate. Through the description of dreams, it shows the pursuit of ideals and happiness by human beings, and also shows the brevity and impermanence of life. It is not only an exploration of human nature, but also a reflection on fate, which has left a deep impression on people.