1980 My Literary Era.

Chapter 371 The Magnificent Scroll of Contemporary China

Tong Zhonggui looked at Lin Weimin, suppressing the excitement in his heart, wishing those critics and readers who questioned "Ordinary World" could listen to Mr. Lin's deafening speech.

At the same time, a complex emotion was born in his heart, including the shame of trying to increase the influence of the work by taking shortcuts such as the work seminar, the self-blame for not properly reviewing "Ordinary World" and doubting Mr. Lin for himself. remorse.

After venting his speech, Lin Weimin calmed down, and said in concluding words: "Generally speaking, "Ordinary World" is an excellent literary work, and its flaws are undeniable. If it can be loved by readers in the future , then this must be a triumph of 'realism'!"

"Realism" is exactly the concept and creed that "Contemporary" has been adhering to since its publication.

Tong Zhonggui was stunned.

That's why Mr. Lin insisted on publishing "The Ordinary World" and gave it such a high courtesy.

This novel, to some extent, represents the original intention of "Contemporary".

Tong Zhonggui felt that he had realized it. He fully understood Mr. Lin's hard work and foresight.

For "Contemporary", Mr. Lin has really shouldered too much!
At the end of the conversation, Tong Zhonggui returned to the office, still recalling Lin Weimin's sonorous and powerful speeches in his mind, his heart was agitated, and he couldn't vomit.

He spread out the letter paper, picked up a pen and wrote a line titled "The Magnificent Picture Scroll of Contemporary China-On "Ordinary World"".

A few days later, Liu Yin spread out the new issue of "China Youth Daily" with both hands, and said, "Xiao Tong's comment is well written! This title, with a double meaning, not only praised Lu Yao's The novel, praised our "Contemporary" again!"

Tong Zhonggui was a little embarrassed by Liu Yin's praise, "Ms. Liu, many of the contents here are what I heard from Mr. Lin, and it has nothing to do with me."

"Yes, yes, I saw it. You have mentioned our Editor-in-Chief Lin three or four times for such a good review article. It makes people look awkward. Those who don't know think he asked you to write it!"

Tong Zhonggui waved his hands in a panic, "No, no, I have to write it myself."

Zhu Changsheng laughed and said, "She was joking! Xiao Tong, don't take it seriously, your article is well written, and it really boosts the morale of "Ordinary World"! It's a good sign!"
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"Overall, "The Ordinary World" is an excellent work that does not hide its flaws. Its inner moral concept is the classical virtue theory ethics. This kind of pre-modern virtue theory is not only the historical limitation that the author Lu Yao cannot get rid of, At the same time, it also forms the incomparable advantages of this novel.

"Ordinary World" may not be widely recognized by critics, but it will eventually become the spiritual home of a generation of young people.

This kind of evaluation reminds me of Maugham, a writer who has caused endless debate in the world literary world for decades, and who has always been regarded as a second-rate writer by the critics. Maugham has been published and read continuously, so why has he always had so many readers? '

Maugham's emotion is more like questioning, and what he is questioning are those critics who look down on his works.

Lu Yao may not be able to achieve Maugham's literary achievements, but his works have no less influence among Chinese readers than Maugham.As Mr. Lin Weimin said, if "The Ordinary World" can be loved by readers and friends, especially young friends, it will be a victory for realism. "

Zhang Jianjun finished reading the comments on the China Youth Daily, put the newspaper on the desk, and asked, "Do you think this comment makes sense?"

"I don't agree. Mediocrity is mediocrity. Lu Yao's novel is not bad, but it is far from excellent. This article is too exaggerated."

"I think it's pretty good. Which novel has no shortcomings? We can't just look at the shortcomings.

Let’s look at the two protagonists in Lu Yao’s works. Sun Shaoan pursues truth, pays attention to material things, and has a closed personality. Sun Shaoping likes fantasy, pays attention to spirit, and is tolerant and open.You can say that this way of shaping the number of people is very rigid, but after reading the novel, I feel that the portrayal of these two characters is tenable. They each have their strengths and weaknesses.Just like the novel "Ordinary World". "

"We can't just look at this novel from the advantages and disadvantages, strengths and weaknesses. Jump out of the work and look at Lu Yao, the author of the novel. He obviously admires the generosity, warmth, and simplicity in the history and culture of our farming nation. He also Praise the perseverance and hard work of farmers, and regard this character as the home of spiritual habitat.

At the same time, as a farmer's son who has jumped out of farming, he does not fully agree with the lifestyle, way of thinking, and values ​​of the farmers who have been farming on the yellow land for generations.

Therefore, his cognition is contradictory, and his works are also contradictory. The inability to unify the characters and ideas in the works is the biggest failure of Lu Yao's novel.

But at the same time, Lu Yao created for us the joys and sorrows of those little people in the big picture of the changes of the times and the turning point of history with his strong writing power, which is the success of this novel..."

"Let you tell the truth and the irony!"

"That's the way it is. How can things in this world be either one or the other, black and white?"

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This review article published by Tong Zhonggui on the "China Youth Daily" aroused heated discussions among the students in the classroom of Yan Normal University.

Everyone made generous statements and debated endlessly, and no one could persuade anyone.

"Okay, okay, stop arguing." Mu Sen, wearing glasses as thick as a bottle bottom, stood up, "It's almost time to rest, hurry up and rehearse."

The conditions of the Drama Club of Yan Normal University are very simple, and they can only find empty classrooms for drama rehearsals.

After he finished speaking, everyone moved.

Some time ago, everyone has been studying how to adapt Lin Weimin's "The Great Ming Dynasty 1566". After much deliberation, it was too difficult, and Mu Sen had a wild idea.

Simply abandon the novel, and use the characters as the blueprint to recreate a drama.

Of course, this kind of re-creation is not fabricated by them out of thin air. Most of the content of the drama is still created based on the novel.

It's just that without the restraint of the big framework of the novel, the creative inspiration of these students was completely ignited, and they actually created an extremely pioneering drama work.

The rehearsal started again, Mu Sen looked at "Jiajing" and "Hai Rui" who were stammering their lines on the podium, with a sad expression on his face.

This kind of performance was far from the result he wanted!

I have to think of a way!

On the [-]th day of the twelfth lunar month, Lin Weimin got off work to pick up Tao Huimin, and came to the new residence of Han Zhuangzhuang and Yin Geli in Qizuo Hutong.

"Brother-in-law, this is Huimin!" Lin Weimin introduced.

Tao Huimin called out "Hi brother-in-law" generously, and Han Dingbang smiled brightly, "Okay, okay!"

Turn around and take out the gift from the house, "Here, take it."

Tao Huimin glanced at Lin Weimin and took the things.

Han Dingbang came to Yanjing earlier this year than in previous years. After all, this year's situation is special. His son's marriage is a big event for the family. He also wants to come to Yanjing earlier to reunite with everyone.

In the evening, the family cooked a sumptuous dinner and gathered together to laugh and laugh.

Han Zhuangzhuang and Han Dingbang talked about the topic of retirement, "Dad, Geli and I are married and bought a house. Do you have to consider retiring?"

Han Dingbang frowned and said, "How old am I, why retire so early?"

"Have a grandson! You don't want to have a grandson anymore? Geli and I plan to have a baby next year, and Geli's parents will not be able to get by in Austria. If you don't come to help by then, we both have to go to work, how can we be so busy?" ah!"

Han Zhuangzhuang's words made Han Dingbang hesitate.

He hasn't turned fifty yet, so it's a little early for him to retire.

But when it came to holding a grandson, Han Dingbang had to seriously think about it.

Lin Weimin smiled and said: "Now our family is all in Yanjing, and you are alone in Shanghai, why bother? Now Zhuang Zhuang's career is developing well, and you come to Yanjing to take care of each other. "

Under the persuasion of the two, Han Dingbang quickly made a decision.

"After the new year, go back and go through the formalities!"

He has bad legs and feet, so he can retire anytime he wants.

Han Zhuangzhuang and Lin Weimin were very happy.

After talking about his retirement, Han Dingbang asked Lin Weimin again, "When are you and Huimin going to do it?"

Tao Huimin showed a bit of shyness on his face, glanced at Lin Weimin, lowered his head, and said nothing.

Lin Weimin was a little embarrassed, "Brother-in-law, you forgot, Huimin hasn't graduated yet!"

Han Dingbang said: "Of course I know that Huimin hasn't graduated yet, so are you planning to get married after she graduates?"

Tao Huimin looked at Lin Weimin upon hearing this, with some kind of expectation in his eyes.

"That's for sure, I'm looking forward to this day!" Lin Weimin said with determination after hesitating for a second.

His statement brought joy to Tao Huimin's face.

Han Dingbang also showed a gratified smile, "That's good. Huimin graduated in 87, right?"

Tao Huimin nodded.

"In 87, Weimin was 27 years old, and Xiaotao was 21, just right." Han Dingbang laughed.

After dinner, Tao Huimin and Yin Geli went to the kitchen to clean up, while Han Zhuangzhuang dragged Lin Weimin to smoke outside.

"Uncle, are you reluctant to get married?"

Lin Weimin was startled, how did this kid see it?

Han Zhuangzhuang looked smug, "Hey, did I hit the spot?"

Lin Weimin became angry from embarrassment, "You know what!"

"Why don't I understand? You are so young, handsome, rich and talented, you definitely don't want to get married so early!"

Because you are so good at talking, the old uncle is not as knowledgeable as you.

"Are you okay? Go back to the house if you have nothing to do, it's so cold outside!"

"Something, something!" Han Zhuangzhuang grabbed Lin Weimin and said, "Our dean asked you to come to our courtyard tomorrow when you are free."

"what's up?"

(End of this chapter)