As a treasure of ancient Chinese literature, Dream of the Red Chamber shows a huge family and a complex society with its profound thoughts and delicate descriptions. In this seemingly prosperous Jiafu, there are countless secrets and contradictions, and it also reflects the various problems of the society at that time.
The rise and fall of the family is an important clue in "Dream of Red Mansions". As a prominent aristocratic family, Jiafu has experienced a process from prosperity to decline. There is not only strife and corruption within the family, but also the influence of the external environment. For example, in order to compete for property and status, the magnates in Jiafu did whatever it took to intrigue with each other, which eventually led to the decline of the family. At the same time, social changes and political turmoil also brought a huge impact to Jiafu, causing it to gradually decline.
Dream of the Red Chamber also reveals the social hierarchy and feudal rituals that shackle people. In Jia, people's status and treatment depend on their family background and blood relations. This hierarchy makes some people inherently superior, while others are doomed to oppression and discrimination. Feudal etiquette and religion strictly regulated people's thoughts and behaviors, and many people lost themselves under the constraints of this etiquette and became victims of feudal society.
However, "Dream of Red Mansions" also shows the brilliance and beauty of human nature. On the big stage of this family and society, there are many kind and sincere characters, who rebel against the shackles of feudal etiquette in their own way and pursue freedom and true love. For example, Jia Baoyu does not stick to traditional etiquette and pursues freedom of mind and true emotions. There is also Lin Daiyu, she is independent, does not follow the crowd, and sticks to her inner world.