The Year 1979 in My Life

Summary

The passage describes the aftermath of Yu De Hua's death, with Li He helping to organize the funeral. Various characters gather to pay respects, and conversations reveal Yu's past as a principled calligrapher who stood against Japanese invaders. The discussion turns to critiquing Japanese culture, highlighting their emphasis on superficial etiquette while lacking true virtue. The narrative explores themes of loss, cultural identity, and the complex historical tensions between Chinese and Japanese societies during a turbulent period.

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