Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai: English, Chinese Translation

Author: Zhao Qingge
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2000-04-01
Features: This book is one in the series "Ancient Chinese Love Stories," presented in English-Chinese parallel text. It tells the story of Zhu Yingtai, the daughter of a wealthy official, who disguises herself as a man to study in Hangzhou. On her journey, she meets Liang Shanbo and they swear brotherhood. The two study together for three years. When they part, Zhu Yingtai declares her love for Liang Shanbo. However, her father arranges another marriage for her, and Liang Shanbo, filled with grief, falls ill and dies. On the day of her wedding, the bridal procession passes by Liang Shanbo's grave. Zhu Yingtai mourns and the grave cracks open, as she leaps into it, the two transform into colorful butterflies. This is China's Romeo and Juliet story.