Ming Dynasty Four Gentlemen

Author: Gao Yang
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Publish Date: 2004-03-01
Features: Among the scholars of ancient and modern times, none are as diverse as the Four Gentlemen of the Late Ming Dynasty—Chen Zhenhui, Hou Fangyu, Fang Yizhi, and Mao Biguang. They were loyal and righteous when in public, filial and fraternal when at home, loved to entertain guests, and had extensive social connections. They were charming and unconventional, renowned in their time. On the luxurious Qinhuai River, where paper and gold were indulged and songs lasted until dawn, countless romantic tales and lingering affections unfolded. The entire book: 1. Gao Yang's works have considerable recognition and influence on the mainland; 2. Some of Crown's works have been out of print in the mainland for many years; 3. The readership is broad, attracting not only young readers who haven't read Gao Yang's works but also a stable readership among the middle-aged and elderly cultural class; 4. Recently, several publishing houses have successively launched series of Gao Yang's works, creating a synergistic effect, and they are expected to become a major highlight in the book market after Jin Yong. 5. Best-selling items with sustained sales potential; they can form a certain brand effect.