Four Great Classical Novels of China (Complete 4 Volumes) (CD-ROM)

Author: Wu Cheng'en (Ming Dynasty)
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Publishing Date: 2005-01-01
Features: "The Four Great Classical Novels of China" is the full name of four epoch-making outstanding literary works in the history of Chinese literature——《Romance of the Three Kingdoms》《Dream of the Red Chamber》《Water Margin》《Journey to the West》. These four great long novels not only hold the most prominent position in the treasure trove of classical Chinese literary masterpieces but also represent the highest literary achievement of the Chinese nation in the world of literature. Since their inception, they have been genuinely loved by the broad masses of the people. Their ideological and artistic qualities have been highly praised and commended by writers, artists, scholars, and historians throughout history. Their brilliant chapters remain classic teaching materials in primary, secondary, and university classrooms, becoming the most familiar and precious literary heritage for every descendant of the Chinese nation. The Four Great Classical Novels of China are the crystallization of the wisdom of the Chinese nation and an immortal monument in the history of Chinese literature. For hundreds of years, they have been widely circulated among the masses, deeply loved by the people, and have become renowned works known to all, exerting a profound influence on Chinese culture and society. The Four Great Classical Novels possess literary and artistic value and are excellent reading materials for us young people to enhance our literary and artistic cultivation. However, the Four Great Classical Novels are vast and profound, posing certain difficulties for us young people in comprehensive reading and understanding. Moreover, they are filled with feudal dross, making it challenging for young people to discern and recognize it. Therefore, we have abridged the Four Great Classical Novels, preserving the essence while removing the dross, to make them more suitable for young people to read and absorb.
Journey to the West was created during the Ming Dynasty and was written by Wu Cheng'en. The story begins with the birth of the stone monkey and his chaos in heaven, then follows Sun Wukong, Zhu Bajie, and Sha Wujing as they protect their master, Tang Sanzang, on his journey westward to retrieve the true scriptures, enduring countless hardships, overcoming obstacles, subduing demons and evil, and finally completing their "sagely achievement" after overcoming ninety-nine and nine difficulties. The entire book consists of one hundred chapters, fully reflecting the social life and strange customs of the time. The entire story is filled with fantastical imagination, exaggeration, and brilliance, creating a magical and magnificent, bizarre fantasy world. The work is rich in meaning, deeply philosophical, with intricate plots and vivid, engaging storytelling, making it a great masterpiece of mythological literature.