Journey to the West

Author: Wu Cheng'en
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: The story of Journey to the West is very familiar to people. Among its most exciting chapters, such as Sun Wukong's Rebellion in Heaven, Zhu Bajie's Marriage at High Old Village, Defeating the White Bone Demon, Borrowing the Plantain Fan, and so on, are household names, known to all, even to the old and young. For centuries, it has attracted generation after generation with its strong artistic charm, making it one of the most beloved classical masterpieces in Chinese history. Young readers who read this abridged version can not only earlier encounter the treasures of Chinese literature but also lay a foundation for reading this masterpiece in the future. Alright, let’s open the book and immerse ourselves in the essence of Chinese traditional culture! The five thousand years of Chinese history is also the history of Chinese civilization. It is like a rich and brilliant cultural treasure trove, providing wisdom and strength to future generations. The Four Great Classical Novels of China are the crystallization of the wisdom of the Chinese nation and the pearls of Chinese literary history. For hundreds of years, they have been deeply loved by the masses, becoming famous works passed down through the ages and profoundly influencing Chinese culture. Journey to the West begins with the birth of the stone monkey, his rebellion in heaven, and then follows Sun Wukong, Zhu Bajie, and Sha Wujing as they protect Tang Sanzang on his journey to the West to retrieve the true scriptures, overcoming demons and obstacles along the way to finally achieve enlightenment. The book uses fantastical imagination and extreme exaggeration to create a world of wonders and magical marvels. Moreover, it is profound and rich in philosophy, standing out uniquely among classical novels with its distinctive charm. This small book condenses the magnificent masterpiece of over a million words into a mere ten thousand, extracting its essence while preserving the original style as much as possible—a truly challenging task. The Color Illustrated Journey to the West, paired with colorful illustrations, makes the story more vivid and easier for children to deeply understand the content.