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"I Am a Cat" is one of Japan's gifted books and one of the world's literary masterpieces. .

Natsume Soseki was a talented person throughout his life. He only engaged in creation for ten years, but left behind a series of treasures. All his works generally reflect the painful and restless soul of the intellectuals in the Meiji period, and his arduous exploration between Eastern thinking and Western civilization, between illusory ideals and cruel reality, between pedantry and conservatism and the tide of money worship. and painful torture. In the early days, the author advocated sketching, describing nature and life as a sketch. It requires transcending the dirty customs of the vast mortal world, writing about the truth and beauty of the "selfless realm", and opposing naturalism crawling in the gloomy reality. Therefore, although his early works are based on realism, they have a strong romantic atmosphere, are gorgeous, passionate, eloquent and full of wit. In the middle period, although he once advocated writing transcendent and ethereal sketches, he still couldn't get rid of the sorrow of the world and the sorrow of the soul condensed in the writing. Therefore, the writing style became more realistic and gained new depth. In the later period, I was extremely disgusted with the real society with rampant material desires and selfishness, and the fantasy of "let heaven get rid of selfishness" became the norm of people's hearts. But even he himself couldn't imagine what that Utopia would look like. The text style of his late works is desolate and solemn, and the descriptions of objects and things are subtle and superb.

"I am a Cat" can be said to be one of the "meditations" of the Yamato nation's spiritual feedback during the Meiji period. The era of "Cats" is just after the Meiji Restoration. On the one hand, the trend of capitalism is rising. People are learning from the West, looking for individuality, calling for freedom, and self-awareness and market concepts are forming. On the other hand, the inherent values, cultural outlook, and customs of the East, which embrace both obsolescence and excellence, are rising in protest. Sunk, struggling in the sinking.

Faced with the new trend of thought, a group of impoverished intellectuals adapt to and ridicule at the same time; they criticize and feel helpless. They are panic-stricken and at a loss. They can only pass the hard time with jokes and cynicism. They are always mocking and making fun of others, but they are always being teased and ridiculed by fate and the times.

The protagonist is a cat. Seeing the world through a cat's eyes was a breakthrough in creative techniques at the time. Today, there are often works that look at people on earth from the perspective of aliens, which also reflects the accumulated habits of the human world. Without a perspective that transcends reality, it will not be fully understood.

Cat Master is very philosophical, eloquent and satirical about the weaknesses of human beings. For example: "The world's praise and criticism vary from time to place, just like my eyes. My eyes are just big and small, but the comments in the world are confusing right and wrong, and it's okay to confuse right and wrong, because things inherently have two sides. As long as you grasp both ends, you can turn your hands into clouds and turn your hands into rain. This is the mastery of human power." He criticized society and had extraordinary insights: "... maybe the whole society is crazy. A group of people. Mad people get together to kill each other, quarrel with each other, yell at each other, and compete with each other. Could it be that the so-called society is a collection of all mad people, living up and down like cells in living things? ? Maybe some of them have some sense of right and wrong, but they become obstacles, so they created the asylum and sent those people there without letting them see the light of day again. In this way, the people imprisoned in the asylum are normal people. And those who stayed outside the walls of the asylum were madmen. Maybe when the madmen were isolated, everyone regarded them as madmen; but when they became a group and gained strength, they became sane people. Abusing money and power, enslaving many little lunatics, showing off their power, and being praised as outstanding people is not uncommon. It really confuses people. ”

Cat. He was erudite and well versed in the past and present. He cited or praised Homer, Pythagoras, Descartes, Clare, Nietzsche, Beethoven, Balzac, Shakespeare, Confucius, Laozi, Song Yu, Han Yu, Bao Zhao, Yan Shu, Tao Yuanming, as well as countless famous quotes from Chinese and foreign celebrities such as "The Book of Songs", "The Analects of Confucius", "Huainanzi", "Zuo Zhuan", "Historical Records" and so on. He also has a strong sense of freedom and equality.

He said: "You can't retail the air, and you can't separate the sky, so isn't it unreasonable to privately own the land?" Mao Gong criticized the current shortcomings and uttered a series of eternally thought-provoking aphorisms, such as: "Our family cannot We know exactly what force makes the earth rotate, but we know that it is money that makes society move... Even the sun can rise safely from the east and set safely in the west, which is entirely due to the blessings of industrialists." "Officials. They were originally the people's servants and agents, and the people gave them certain powers for the convenience of doing things. However, they suddenly thought that the power was inherent in them and the people could not comment on it. The general Togo has a Yamato spirit, the fishmonger Gin has a Yamato spirit, the liar, the kidnapper, and the murderer also all have a Yamato spirit. "The Japanese shouted, coughing like a lung patient." Get up, say something a hundred meters away. "Mao Gong also dared to despise the powerful and encourage innovation. He depicted crows defecating on the bronze statue of Marshal Togo and pasted Ito Hirobumi’s photo upside down on the wall. He said: "If you don't read Shakespeare from the crotch down, literature will perish..."

The cat is happy, angry, laughing and scolding, all of which have become articles. The laughter transformed from grief is the most unbearable.

The cat has so many magical powers, great talents and knowledge, and is fair and sharp. Of course, he is a magical cat, a strange cat, and a holy cat. Seeing the world through its eyes, sorrow turns into laughter, how can it not be harsh and harsh! Of course, he is also a vulgar cat and a stupid cat. He pretended to be a sage and gentleman, made many mistakes, suffered a lot, and even didn't know that a wine barrel would drown a cat, and finally lost his life. Although the novel looks at the world through "cat's eyes", as it is written, the subject of creation is still a "me" among humans, or a neighbor of humans, or another other person (cat) on the earth. If we observe human beings as "I" in the universe or as "he" in eternity, I don't know what kind of wonderful book will be written. The novel also has a breakthrough in structure. It is based on the cat's vision. It can be long or short, moving east and west. There is no story with a beginning and an end, and there is no logic of plot progression, but it is still enjoyable to read.

Japanese novels once had a trend of prose culture. The prose culture of some novels is a reflection of the lack of fullness. In "Cats", at the time, it was a charming innovation. Of course, to be honest, the author didn't originally intend to write it this long. Because the first chapter was a sensation, the editor asked him to continue writing, so he laid out the serialization. This shows that he did not have a complete idea of ??the entire chapter. It also shows how he could have written so arbitrarily and as he pleased if it hadn't been for everyone's handwriting. In terms of language, the style of "Cats" is not quite as bold and ethereal as "The Sojourn", nor is it quite as concise and dignified as "Light and Dark", and is even more different from the soft and delicate style of "Heart" and "Ever After". Here, both hardness and softness are used, elegance and vulgarity are combined, with many changes and beautiful sounds and colors. Moreover, it combines the humor and interest of Edo literature, the classics and sonority of Sinology, and the heartiness and wit of Western literature, so that it can swim freely in the ocean of language and achieve perfection. The writing and ink are sometimes sharp, sparkling and timeless, sharp and full of philosophy; sometimes they are nine-fold and ten-turn, vast and powerful, and good at thinking.

For now, let me quote two wonderful sentences describing scenery and characters. For example, he said sarcastically about the mediocre face of a novice monk: "If the spring breeze always blows on such a smooth face, I guess the spring breeze will be too leisurely!" Scene description: "The maple leaves that decorated the red pine forest with two or three vermillions have withered, as if they have passed away. "The sound shook the tranquil air of early spring mercilessly, completely vulgarizing the peaceful and prosperous age with soft wind and quiet trees." Some are like satirical poems, and some are like freehand paintings, each has its own beauty. In short, if you touch or feel his works with an artistic mind, you will naturally appreciate the color, rhyme and even every word of the language as a living entity.

Our country is currently in a period of conceptual change. Maybe Cat Master’s observation also has certain practical significance for us. However, benevolence sees benevolence and wisdom sees wisdom, so I have to let others comment.

Every life is a gorgeous piece of music

---Book Review of "I Am a Cat"

What they throw to the hermit is injustice and filth things. But, my brother, if you want to be a star, you have to shine on them without regret.

--Nietzsche's "The Creator's Road"

(1)

I have always felt that Japanese literature is like Japanese cherry blossoms, light and elegant, romantic. This is most vividly reflected in "Love in the Sky" and "Jun Kong".

Yes, this book describes the story in a soft way, but its content is like mint leaves, amazingly depicting the coldness of an era.

This cat is ordinary and ordinary. But it was also this cat that triggered a series of wild criticisms of Japan back then. This cat also has strong optimism. It was played by an ugly male student since birth, and then lost its family and had to go out alone in the world.

The wonderful world reflected from the eyes of an animal, coupled with the almost nonsensical assumptions and understanding of an animal who is not familiar with the world, is really refreshing and makes people laugh. After laughing, I pondered but it was full of aftertaste.

The author of "Cat", Natsume Soseki, only started writing when he was 38 years old. He is really a late bloomer. He left a special ending for the novel; the cat fell into a wine vat and drowned. Before his death, he was still dreaming of going to a paradise without intrigues, and only in this way can he rest in peace.

This also reflects Soseki’s life.

(2)

What is happiness?

Everyone on the street is running for happiness. But few of them understand why they are so happy. The world is a big place, some people are running for their own happiness; some are working hard for the happiness of their family.

Some people are obsessed with luxury goods, so they feel happy when they pay for them. Some people are obsessed with outdoor sports, so they will be happy when they reach the top of the mountain. The list goes on and on.

But where is this cat’s happiness? It's very simple. First, there is something to eat; second. There is water to drink; third, there is a shelter when it is cold, but there is no shelter when it is hot. At three o'clock, he was content with himself. The idealist said: Yes, this is an unambitious thing... But think about it, do you have to replace your car with a Rolls-Royce? Do you have to throw away a 100-yuan bag and buy a 10,000-yuan one? Do you really have to cover your watch with diamonds?

In fact, there is no standard for happiness in the world. Just measured by happiness. How to measure? A three-year-old child knows: happy people are happy.

Happiness will eventually find you. It will push through the vast sea of ????people and cross the ocean. You have to believe that there must be happiness for you in the world. No matter you are walking alone on the cold streets at this moment, or you are surrounded by light and applause; whether it is a drizzle in the morning, or an evening scorched by a heat wave. It will definitely pass through the surging crowds in this world and come to you. If you were still young when it found you, you would definitely face the inevitable ups and downs in your life with a smile; if you are no longer young, you would stubbornly hold a shotgun in your hand and light a blazing bonfire to keep vigil for it.

It will definitely, definitely, definitely be able to find you, you have to wait.

When you realize it is standing beside you, that is the most exciting and memorable moment in your life.

(3)

This cat is very humble,

but it is really great.

From its amber pupils,

we see the desolation and desolation of a nation in an era.

But no matter what, it is just a cat.

It deserves the care of its owner.

May it find something in heaven that it has never found on earth.

Including you, Natsume Soseki.

"I Am a Cat" is Natsume Soseki's masterpiece. The protagonist of the novel is a cat. The story is told by the cat in the first person "I" tone. There are no complete clues. The seemingly careless cat In the description of what he sees, hears and feels, the serious theme is clearly displayed.

The cat’s owner is called Kushami. He is a middle school teacher. He likes quietness and often studies at home. He has a wide range of interests, but But nothing was accomplished. The master often spent time with his friends - the "aesthetician" Mi Ting, the "scientist" Han Yue, the "artist" Dongfeng, and the "philosopher" Duxian, talking about the past and the present, reciting poems and essays, and passing the time. .One day, the wife of the capitalist Kaneda came to ask Kusami for help with her daughter’s wedding. Kusami thought it was a joke that Hanyue would fall in love with a girl from the Kaneda family, and he and Mi Ting ridiculed her. From then on, the host attracted many people. First, the driver's wife spread rumors and made noises and insulted the owner; then Suzuki, the owner's old classmate, came to persuade the owner to stop causing trouble; and then the middle school students were instigated to make noises and noises in front of the owner's house, making the owner very angry. The cat came to Jintian After hearing the discussions between the Jintian couple, they knew that they were messing with the master.

The master still gathered with a group of friends such as Mi Ting and Han Yue, and they attacked the world while laughing and cursing, and denounced the capitalists. Hateful and despicable detective lackeys. The owner has a student, Sanpei, who is getting married to Miss Kaneda. He came to invite the owner to attend the wedding, but the owner flatly refused. The cat also felt bored in the owner's house. "The final fate of human beings is nothing more than suicide." , the owner’s statement is probably right. The drunken cat thought, accidentally fell into the water tank, and died in the struggle.

Revolving around Miss Kaneda’s marriage, the work effectively criticized the arrogance and money worship of the bourgeoisie. The snobbery of the observer. Kaneda planned and arranged, mobilized troops, and finally asked the novice monk to "surrender", only because the novice monk ignored his wife. The reason why he is so confident and has the ability to make people "live or die" is because He is rich and powerful. Suzuki currying favor with Kaneda in every possible way, groveling, following others' influence, and becoming Kaneda's spy and lobbyist. The reason is also because of money. Even the cat can see, "I understand now that what makes everything in the world move is indeed money." .Except for the capitalists, there are no other people who can fully understand the function of money and exert its power. "The work is right" with "nose and eyes fixed on the money", "As long as you can make money, you can do anything." The "worst human beings" who are capable of doing it are criticized deeply for their lack of moral principles, lack of humanity and lack of shame.

Through the eyes of a cat, the "obsession" of the novice monk and Han Yue's disapproval are revealed. Fashion, Mi Ting's cynicism, Duxian's "great enlightenment", and even Suzuki's selfishness and snobbery, etc., different characters are highlighted. The laughter and curses of the novice monks contain ridicule of the money worship society and the military and police detectives The hatred of militaristic violence reflects the character of upright intellectuals who are unwilling to collude with the powerful. At the same time, the work also criticizes and ridicules the weaknesses of monks who have no ambitions, do nothing, are self-admired, and are pretentious. But this is a kind of laughter and curse with "the aftertaste of absinthe", which contains the author's own sympathy, depression and sadness. The work successfully portrays the middle and lower classes in Japan's Meiji era who are dissatisfied with the social status quo, but cannot be with the people. Portrait of a group of intellectuals.

The novel has a unique form, with the cat as the protagonist, and the cat's life as the narrative structure (from "I" being born and living in a novice monk's home, to "I" drinking beer by mistake and falling into a water tank) Drowning), novel, unique, smooth and vivid. The cat's discussion seems to be rambling, but in fact it is scattered. The cat not only plays the role of narrative, but also plays the role of comment, and also plays the role of connecting stories, which is unique. The concept of the novel has a unique charm. The language of the novel is humorous and satirical, and the influence of Japanese haiku literature and British satirical novels can also be seen in it.

It turns anger into ridicule, turns ridicule into a sharp blade, and turns this into a sharp edge. The sharp blade directly pierces the embodiment of money worship and even the idol of Japanese militarists who "rely on the power of others and act recklessly".

Natsume Soseki (1867-1916)'s unique and ingenious debut novel "I Am a Cat" published in 1905 established this outstanding novelist's lofty status in the history of modern Japanese literature. This humorous work uses laughter that fills the lines to guide people to dispel the gloom that has accumulated in their hearts, cheer up their spirits, and ignite the flames of love and hate from reflection on reality.

This unique novel is mainly characterized by humor and satire. An anthropomorphized cat who is good at thinking, willing to discuss and has a sense of justice serves as the narrator and commentator. Through the eyes of this cat, he looks down at Japan at that time. Society and the tide of so-called modern civilization in the 20th century, and use a series of witty aphorisms to do everything possible to laugh and curse.

The owner of this cat, Kusama, is a teacher who "hides himself in a shell like an oyster", only makes a living from books, and lectures on the value of knowledge whenever he has the opportunity. The work uses direct narration to express the self-conceit of the protagonist who is obviously the author's own shadow, and at the same time uses circumstantial techniques to reveal the sad reality that intellectuals are scorned by society because of their poverty; not only that, the novel also uses the hardships of poor teachers to The contradictions and conflicts between the novice monk and the upstart Kaneda exposed the darkness of the Meiji era and criticized the "money talks" state of the world. The money worshipper Suzuki, who was ordered by Kaneda to spy on the situation, openly declared in a conversation with the outspoken Kushiya who was inexperienced in world affairs: If you don't have the determination to love and die with money, you can't do business. To make money, There must be a lack of justice, a lack of humanity, and a lack of integrity and shame. By mocking the so-called three deficiencies, the novel ruthlessly satirizes the ugly nature of philistine philosophy. A street conversation between Kaneda and Suzuki that the cat overheard is equally intriguing. Kaneda always felt unhappy when he saw that Kusama "kowtowed not to money", and viciously called him a "stubborn thing" and threatened to "punish" him and let him "taste the power of an industrialist"; Suzuki echoed his words. , ridiculing the novice monks for being "too arrogant", "too ignorant", "not knowing how to calculate whether he will suffer a loss", "making a fat face", "difficult to regulate", and a "guy who lacks the concept of interests". This description, which uses irony techniques to derogatory but actually praise, praises the lofty and self-sufficient qualities of literati who value knowledge and loves learning, and criticizes the dirty souls drowning in the quagmire of money.

Just as Lu Xun said, "I Am a Cat" is "light, free and full of wit". It uses an elegant style to deny the feudal and backward old things through a series of cynicism, and has a profound impact on Japan's capitalist modernization. We are deeply dissatisfied with the shortcomings it has brought about, such as money worship and egoism. This spontaneous and witty work does not adhere to the Western novel model, but relies on its imagination to freely arrange a series of unexpected, novel, vigilant and humorous scenes. It is left with laughter and its witty words often make the truth. The subtleties of human nature, peeling off the cloak of evil, hypocrisy and ignorance, radiate the light of reason.

"I Am Cat" is almost entirely composed of countless fragments of episodic details. It does not rely on a single and concentrated plot, but is distinguished by its unique artistic style. This extraordinary artistic feature comes from the ingenious absorption and successful innovation of Japanese national literary tradition, from the absorption and digestion of Western rational thinking and rich knowledge, and from the cynical and unconventional literati in Chinese culture. The inheritance and development of temperament. Turning anger into ridicule, turning ridicule into a sharp blade, and then piercing the sharp blade directly at the incarnation of money worship and the idol of Japanese militarists who "rely on the power of others and act recklessly", Natsume Soseki's novel uses laughter as a weapon to attack the evils of the times. His masterpieces show awe-inspiring artistic courage.