| SouShenHouJi was finalized in the early years of Southern Dynasties, focusing on current myths and novels which are recorded during Jin Dynasty and Song Dynasty. SouShenHouJi has a direct relationship with the style of SouShenJi, and it is the second summit of myths and novels in WeiJin and SouthernNorthern Dynasties. Unfortunately, their research has been marginalied, and isn't mentioned at most time. This paper is based on new series of SouShenHouJi which writed by LiJianGuo, focusing on theme, manifestations and artistic of SouShenHouJi. Comparing with myths and novels of the same period, especially SouShenJi. Probe the innovation and its new value and the status of literary history.Buddhism and buddhist ,trange cave are two new types of stories in SouShenHouJi.Stories of buddhism and Buddhist permeates rich Buddhist culture, not only had a profound impact on later novels, but also added an important complement to Chinese traditional ethics. Stories of strange cave permeate rich Taoist culture, enhanced the mystery of novels, besides built a spiritual resting for people.The main characters of SouShenHouJi are ghost, monster and immortal.Their behavior and emotion are very similar with people, so the work has secular and emotional character. Culture of SouShenHouJi is very rich. Except the mixture of Buddhist and Taoist, there are concept of filial piety, Witchcraft culture and institution of marriage in other themes. These features not only deepen the novel a rich heritage, but also more comprehensive and depth reflect the real level of society at that time.Flexible romantic approaches are the highlights of SouShenHouJi, they are exotic fantasy, god help, soul manifestation,back to life after death. On the basis of former fictions and myths, they had have developments and innovations. These approaches have impact on novelist's creation for future generations .Comparing with myths and novels of the same period, the novel has increased in processing of pure literary art, and significantly improved the level of literature. Besides it has more ideological, has ignited a deep and sharp irony. In addition, this novel has improved the genie system of myths and novels, strengthened and expanded the world of ghosts. |