Roulin Wai Shi (Youth Edition)

Author: Wu Jingzi
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Publish Date: 2003-09-01
Features: The Story of the Scholars is a realistic satirical novel. The author, drawing on his personal experiences and keen observation of society, fiercely criticizes the corruption and hypocrisy of the imperial examination system in this work. He mercilessly satirizes intellectuals who pursue fame and fortune, curry favor, resent the talented, and are obsessed with money. At the same time, the author also praises those intellectuals who remain unaffected by fame and fortune and live self-sufficiently. This book is a retelling of The Story of the Scholars, specifically designed for young readers. In the process of retelling this monumental work, it adheres to the original's core ideas and major plotlines, as well as its characters, while refining and polishing the plot and characters to preserve the original creative style. This allows young readers to gain a general understanding of the social landscape and various types of intellectuals of that era after reading the book.