Cultura

Research on the Construction of Characters in Jin Ping Mei from the Perspective of Narrative Science

VOLUME 21, 2024

The Role of Targeted Infra-popliteal Endovascular Angioplasty to Treat Diabetic Foot Ulcers Using the Angiosome Model: A Systematic Review

VOLUME 6, 2023

Hao Dong
School of Chinese Languages and Literatures, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou 730000, Gansu, China

Abstract

This study examines the construction of character images in Jin Ping Mei through the lens of narratology, offering a comprehensive analysis of narrative techniques, perspectives, and temporal-spatial frameworks. Through close textual analysis and theoretical investigation, this research reveals the sophisticated narrative strategies employed in character development and demonstrates how these techniques contribute to the novel's psychological depth and thematic complexity. The study identifies three key aspects of character construction in Jin Ping Mei: the interplay of narrative perspectives (omniscient, limited, and multiple viewpoints), the manipulation of narrative discourse (direct, indirect, and free indirect discourse), and the utilization of temporal-spatial dimensions. The findings demonstrate that the novel employs a complex system of narrative techniques to create multidimensional character portraits, particularly evident in the portrayal of central figures such as Ximen Qing and Pan Jinlian. Analysis reveals that character construction operates through multiple narrative layers, combining various narrative strategies to achieve psychological depth and moral complexity. The novel's innovative use of temporal progression and spatial arrangement further enhances character development, while its sophisticated discourse strategies enable deep exploration of character consciousness and motivation. This research contributes to both narratological theory and Chinese literary studies by demonstrating how classical Chinese novels employ sophisticated narrative techniques that parallel modern narrative innovations. The findings suggest that Jin Ping Mei's character construction techniques not only reflect advanced literary craftsmanship but also offer valuable insights for contemporary narrative theory and practice.

Keywords : Jin Ping Mei, Narratology, Character Construction, Narrative Perspective, Temporal-Spatial Framework, Narrative Discourse, Chinese Classical Literature, Character Development, Psychological Portrayal, Literary Analysis.
Erin Saricilar
Lecture in accounting. University of Basrah, College of Administration and Economics, Department of Accounting.

Abstract

Atherosclerotic disease significantly impacts patients with type 2 diabetes, who often present with recalcitrant peripheral ulcers. The angiosome model of the foot presents an opportunity to perform direct angiosome-targeted endovascular interventions to maximise both wound healing and limb salvage. A systematic review was performed, with 17 studies included in the final review. Below-the-knee endovascular interventions present significant technical challenges, with technical success depending on the length of lesion being treated and the number of angiosomes that require treatment. Wound healing was significantly improved with direct angiosome-targeted angioplasty, as was limb salvage, with a significant increase in survival without major amputation. Indirect angioplasty, where the intervention is applied to collateral vessels to the angiosomes, yielded similar results to direct angiosome-targeted angioplasty. Applying the angiosome model of the foot in direct angiosome-targeted angioplasty improves outcomes for patients with recalcitrant diabetic foot ulcers in terms of primary wound healing, mean time for complete wound healing and major amputation-free survival.
Keywords : Diabetic foot ulcer, angiosome, angioplasty