Illustrated Book of Ancient and Modern Marvels

Author: (Qing) Dongbi Shanfang Master Compiler
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: Chinese classical novels, from the classical Chinese "Remnants of Small Words" in the pre-Qin period to the vernacular chaptered long novels in the Ming and Qing dynasties, have made significant progress over thousands of years. In the history of literature, ancient myths, Wei and Jin Qingtan, fables and jokes, strange tales and legends, storytelling and narrative literature have all displayed dazzling colors, each leading its own trend. With unparalleled popular appeal and readability compared to other literary genres, they have gained widespread recognition and dissemination among the masses, greatly enriching the treasure trove of classical culture and becoming a popular medium for popular historical and cultural knowledge. As a result, various classical novels have remained evergreen. In today's era where reading images has become a fashionable form of aesthetics, to cater to the aesthetic tastes and appreciation of a broad readership, fully explore and utilize this rich traditional cultural resource, and to revitalize the art of illustration and woodblock prints in ancient Chinese classical novels, we have specially launched the "Ming and Qing Illustrated Classical Novel Series." We have selected fine published editions or stone-printed illustrated novels from the Ming and Qing dynasties, organized and published them, and hope that this series will bring vitality to the publishing of cultural ancient books today.