The Legend of Dae Joyeong, the King of Bohai

Author: Zhao Junwei
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Publish Date: 2003-07-01
Features: This is a small novel with a legendary and romantic atmosphere, blending the elements of history, love, and martial arts fiction. The story is unique, the writing is exquisite, and it is captivating. King Dazoro of Bohai, in his youth, met a high monk who became his mentor, "grinding a sword for ten years." Later, he followed his teacher to Mount Wutai to pay respects to his master and obtained the "Wenshu Sword Manual," greatly enhancing his martial arts skills. In front of White Horse Temple, he acted as a hero, helping Ren Xiu, met a beautiful woman, caused chaos at the Yellow River ferry, and severely punished the villains. At the Khitan alliance conference, he subdued tigers, bound bears, and fought enemies, becoming a young hero. In the war between Dae Joyeong and the Khitan, Dazoro devised ingenious strategies to eliminate his pursuers, strengthened the Khitan army, and seized the opportunity to lead the Khitan forces across the Great Liao River, over the Tianmen Pass, and finally defeated the pursuers. He established a national autonomous government under the rule of the Tang Dynasty, becoming a legendary hero. Bohai and the Tang Dynasties rose and fell almost simultaneously. This book vividly reveals the early mysteries of Bohai and portrays the fraternal relationship between Bohai and the Tang. It highlights the profound theme of national unification, holding deep historical and practical significance for the rejuvenation of our great Chinese nation, national unity, and the pursuit of peaceful reunification.