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Nguyen Du's "The Tale of Kieu", 2004.
An introduction to Nguyen Du's epic poem, "The Tale of Kieu".
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 23.95
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This paper discusses the Vietnamese epic poem by Nguyen Du, "The Tale of Kieu," that depicts the similarities and differences between its two lovers, Kieu and Kim. The paper examines and analyzes the theme of the poem about the meeting of kindred spirits.
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"Nguyet Cam maintains if Shakespeare's work represents the greatest literary achievement in the English language then, Nguyen Du's line masterpiece, "The Tale of Kieu" can be considered the pinnacle of classical Vietnamese literature. The opening of Nguyen Du's "The Tale of Kieu" offers an introductory saying: "Of course when two kin spirits meet one tie soon binds them in a knot none can yank loose". Such kin spirits are Kieu and Kim. Through upheaval of dynasties, murder, kidnapping prostitution and..."
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"Tale of Kieu", 2004.
This paper analyzes the Vietnamese epic poem by Nguyen Du, "The Tale of Kieu".
1,680 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper relates that epic poem, "The Tale of Kieu," which dates from the 17th century and is a classic in Vietnamese literature, is the story of Thuy Kieu, a Vietnamese middle-class teenager, both gifted and beautiful, whose life is turned upside-down when she is forced to break a vow to marry her betrothed and turns to a life of prostitution to save her impoverished father. The author points out that this work explores the conflicting virtues imposed on women by an authoritative and male-dominated Confucian society and the way these constraints adversely affected Kieu's life over the years. The paper concludes that this poem is a framework for understanding how people from another culture view many of the same issues, despite the vast distances and differences in culture, when women must turn to prostitution in order to earn a living.
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"During her 15-year employment in this immoral capacity, Kieu manages to meet one "client" with whom she is able to establish something of a rapport and pleasure, despite the fact that she recognizes that this man is most likely married and consequently unavailable to her. Kieu says of the relationship, "But if the lady lords over you, I shall be tossed to her, your lioness" (71). After 15 years of this ordeal, Kieu is finally reunited with her original fiance, when "the waning moon shines more than at its full" (161); however, her former betrothed, Kim, has already married Kieu's younger sister. "But I believe/ that to her man a bride should bring the scent of a close bud, and the shape of a full moon./ Its priceless chastity by nuptial torch, / am I to blush for what I'll offer you?" (lines 3092-3096)."
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?The Tale of Kieu", 2006.
This paper reviews and analyzes the 18th century Vietnamese poem "The Tale of Kieu" written by Nguyen Du.
1,257 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 42.95
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The writer of this paper clearly illustrates the plot of Du's epic poem which revolves around family obligations, love and morality while focusing on the title character of Kieu. This paper details the characteristics of Kieu who is a beautiful and educated young woman struggling to conform to societal demands. This paper examines the impact of Confucian philosophy as well as the traditions of Buddhism in 18th century Vietnam, particularly as it pertained to women during this era. This paper also delves into the tragic love story between Kieu and Kim.
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"The heavenly significance of Kieu's story, which extends beyond her family, is highlighted by the persistent existence of the Vuong family's deceased muse and former servant Dam Tien. As a spirit voice, Dam Tien counsels, guides, and provides some much-needed comfort to Kieu during critical junctures of the girl's struggle. Dam Tien's presence underlines the persistence and necessity of filial obligations and the connection between the individual self and the collective, ancestral past-but the 'lower' nature of the living status of Dam Tien also shows a greater affection and respect for members of the poor serving classes and social order than is evident in some Confucian ideas about the need for deference in the social hierarchy. Of course, the primary interest for many readers is the romantic relationship between the star-crossed and originally betrothed lovers Van and Kieu. But the morality of the tale denies the pair full happiness and the full delights of marital bliss."
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Kieu's Role in "The Tale of Kieu", 2006.
An analysis of the epic poem, "Truyen Kieu" by Vietnamese writer, Nguyen Du. The paper discusses whether Kieu is a sinner or a virtuous penitent.
1,031 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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The writer explains that the poem has been considered an analogy for the centuries of struggle which the Vietnamese nation has endured. The paper summarises the story of Kieu, a girl from a prosperous family who is endowed with the blessings of beauty, intelligence, and artistic ability. The writer explores whether Kieu is a sinner or a virtuous penitent in the light of Judeo-Christian morality. In conclusion, the writer explains that Kieu was virtuous in her own endeavors to serve her father, repent for her errors, and ultimately affirm her commitment to a life of virtue and morality.
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"However, the argument for the story's alleged immorality certainly could win over a large number of Judeo-Christian readers. For instance, traditional Christian, especially Protestant, teaching suggests that prayer and faith alone can deliver a believer from any trial. The Book of Job portrays a faithful follower of God as never straying from his belief in the mercy of God and is justly rewarded. Kieu, however, follows her own heart and, instead of surrounding herself with earnest prayers, decides to assist her father practically by becoming a prostitute, also condemned in the Bible. The fact that, even after Vuong's release, Kieu continues to work as a prostitute could also be construed as immoral, despite her regrets. One could easily ask the question, "If she is so guilty, why does she still whore herself," similar to the doubts of modern Westerners to the sincerity of murderers who claim that they hated themselves for their acts but continued to commit them. Kieu's decision to end her own life, a clear sin in Christian theology, also appears to be a cowardly, immoral solution to her fallen life. Hence, although Kieu's acts stem from good intentions, the common American proverb, "The road to hell is paved with good intentions" might certainly spring to mind when readers discover Kieu's immoral solutions to the dilemmas that life, and her own acts, deliver to her.
"In contrast, I believe that adherents to this accusation of the tale's immorality are only concentrating on the surface of the story and not gleaming the tale's true message, that a pure soul, despite the inevitability of sin, can still repent and be redeemed. Kieu embodies the Judeo-Christian commandment of "Honor thy father and mother," as she demonstrates complete fidelity to her father. She even might be compared to Biblical Isaac, who willingly accompanies Abraham to be slaughtered when God tests Abraham's faith. Furthermore, she readily accepts the consequences of her action, freely relinquishing her relationship with Kim and even trying to atone by arranging for Van to serve as his companion. Although Kieu continues to sin as a prostitute, the tale of her suicide attempt and rescue could be perceived as an analogy for a wayward Christian who reaches 'rock bottom,' the true depth of despair and only then is willing to be redeemed by God, becoming whole again. As Christian morality teaches that only God, through Christ, can rescue sinners and eradicate their sins, Kieu serves as a Vietnamese Mary Magdalene, the fallen woman saved by Christ. Even after her redemption, Kieu continues to demonstrate her strong moral fiber by continuing to repent for her former sinful lifestyle, not consenting to marriage with Kim out of commitment to her honor and virtue."
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Conflict in Asian Literature, 2002.
Focuses on the impact of conflict on two Vietnamese works of fiction.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper compares and contrasts many of the qualities found in the stories "The Tale of Kieu" by Nguyen Du and "The Sorrow of War" by Bao Ninh. These two remarkable tales are Vietnamese in origin and therefore are believed to demonstrate many similar characteristics that mark the Vietnamese culture. These characteristics are examined within this paper in order to demonstrate that, although the themes of these two works are remarkably different, they both demonstrate the qualities of the Vietnamese people during periods of conflict.
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