What were the characteristics of the writing methods of Lao She's cats and hens? Read the two texts carefully and communicate with your classmates!
Lao She was famous in modern China for his unique style, realism, and humor. In his works, the cat and the hen were one of his representative works. Here is my understanding of some of the characteristics of cats and hens in writing: In terms of writing methods, the cats in Lao She's works have distinct personality characteristics. Cats were usually humorous, cunning, witty, independent and free. In Cat City, the cat successfully escaped the cat hunters 'attack through deception and wit, showing her wit and cunning. In Cat Is My Friend, the cat and the protagonist established a deep friendship, showing her independence and friendly personality. In addition, the cats in Lao She's works often symbolized freedom, independence, wisdom, and happiness. In contrast, the hen in Lao She's works showed more of her diligence, simplicity, loyalty and motherly love. The hen was an important member of the family. She contributed everything to the family and provided eggs and food for humans. In The Hen, the hen sacrificed her health to take care of her children, showing her motherly love and spirit of sacrifice. In addition, the hen often showed her tenacity and perseverance in the face of difficulties. Both the cat and the hen in Lao She's works have unique writing styles, showing different personalities and characteristics. By digging into these characteristics, Lao She successfully portrayed the images of these two animals so that readers could feel their charm and vitality.
