A literary name can be regarded as a subject, and frugality can be regarded as a commodity – with English Translations

幽梦影

张潮

摘要: 林语堂 译
文名可以当科第，俭德可以当货财，清闲可以当寿考。——张潮·《幽梦影》

To enjoy literary fame can take the place of passing imperial examinations; to manage to live within one’s means can take the place of wealth; to lead a life of leisure can well be the equivalent of a long life.