"Romance of the Three Kingdoms" and deception

Author: Wang ZhenTai (Editor)
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: When discussing Romance of the Three Kingdoms, the author takes a unique approach, exploring it from a fresh perspective. Instead of focusing on grand strategies or the concepts of loyalty and righteousness, he introduces a new theme called "deception." He studies "deception" from the opposite side of "wisdom" in Romance of the Three Kingdoms. In the book, he examines the "deception" of figures like Cao Cao, Cao Pi, and Xun Yu, as well as that of Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei, Sun Quan, and Zhang Fei. The "New Perspectives on the Four Great Classical Novels of the Ming Dynasty" series has four distinctive features:
First, it offers a fresh perspective. While not claiming to be extraordinary reviews, it boldly presents new interpretations of these classic works.
Second, it appeals to both scholars and general readers. The book alternates between narrative and commentary, providing overviews for most readers while also delving into academic discussions, ensuring a broad readership.
Third, the writing is concise and fluid. Each chapter is around 2,000 words, often inspired by personal insights, avoiding artificiality and delivering a light, enjoyable reading experience. It’s perfect for leisure time or as a casual read, never boring.
Fourth, it carries educational value. The four reviews are all grounded in human nature, discussing deception, righteousness, wisdom, and desire, reflecting on life and essentially teaching self-cultivation and moral integrity.