The gains and losses of erotica depiction in modern Chinese literature
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DOI: 10.25236/CLLA.2019.008
Corresponding Author
Gao Yunrong
Abstract
Mencius said, 'Appetite and lust are only natural.' Various feelings and desires are inherent in human beings. As the physiological function and physiological needs of human beings, sex is one of the most important components of personal and social life. Literature is “human studies”. Erotica depiction is inevitable in literature, even in some cases, “sex” has become a significant part of literary description. However, in the traditional Chinese literature and society, “sex” and “morality” have become the contrary, and people tend to be cautious in describing “sex” in literature with a high sense of social responsibility and enthusiasm of feudal morality.
Keywords
Chinese Literature; Sex; Gains and Losses