Guafen Lou Reprint and Review of "Dream of the Red Chamber" (Full Three Volumes)

Author: Cao Xueqin
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: Guafanglou Re-Correction and Annotation of Dream of the Red Chamber, is the culmination of the life-long study of Dream of the Red Chamber by the contemporary redology master and renowned scholar Feng Qiyong. It is a monumental cultural work that comprehensively re-corrects, annotates, and critiques Dream of the Red Chamber, authoritatively interpreting its full connotations. It represents a new, complete, and perfectly crafted version among the many existing editions of Dream of the Red Chamber. The term "re-correction and annotation" refers, , relatively speaking, to Feng's own achievements. As is well-known, Feng led the "Ministry of Culture Dream of the Red Chamber Correction Group" since the 1970s to correct and annotate the new edition of Dream of the Red Chamber, which was published by People's Literature Publishing House in 1981. The current Guafanglou Re-Correction and Annotation of Dream of the Red Chamber, however, is a brand-new work by Feng in which he comprehensively re-corrects the main text of Dream of the Red Chamber and incorporates all his decades of annotations and critiques into one volume, presenting a thoroughly revitalized version of Dream of the Red Chamber.
Second, the term "re-correction and annotation" refers, relatively speaking, to the academic achievements of predecessors. Dream of the Red Chamber has been in circulation for over 200 years, and previous works on its correction, annotation, and critique have already been published. Thus, this book is called "re-correction and annotation." This annotated edition of Dream of the Red Chamber, which took over five years to edit, proofread, and layout, features three types of annotations:
1. Marginal annotations at the top of each page. These annotations analyze and comment on specific passages of Dream of the Red Chamber, helping readers understand the meaning of each section.
2. Interlinear annotations in the main text of Dream of the Red Chamber. These annotations focus on sentences with special meanings or particularly brilliant passages, enabling readers to grasp their significance and brilliance.
3. Post-curtain annotations after each chapter. These provide a summary of the key points and essence of each chapter, helping readers understand their role in the story's development.
The annotations in this book are printed in cinnabar red to distinguish them from the black text of Dream of the Red Chamber. Marginal annotations, interlinear annotations, and post-curtain annotations each have their own emphasis, yet together they offer a concise yet comprehensive display of the profound connotations embedded in Dream of the Red Chamber. By combining all three types of annotations, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the hidden meanings the author intended to convey.
The book begins with an introduction titled Interpreting Dream of the Red Chamber, a concise yet profound work that condenses Feng's decades of research into one article. It reveals insights previously unexplored and inspires readers' understanding. Additionally, the book features 30 exquisite illustrations created by the painter Tan Fenghuan, further enhancing its aesthetic appeal and collectible value.
This book is a monumental work by the contemporary redology master and renowned scholar Feng Qiyong, a comprehensive re-correction and annotation that authoritatively interprets the full connotations of Dream of the Red Chamber. It represents a new, complete, and perfectly crafted version among the many existing editions of Dream of the Red Chamber. The book is in traditional vertical Chinese character format. The original version was published by People's Literature Publishing House in 1981. However, the current Guafanglou Re-Correction and Annotation of Dream of the Red Chamber is a brand-new work by Feng in which he comprehensively re-corrects the main text of Dream of the Red Chamber and incorporates all his decades of annotations and critiques into one volume, presenting a thoroughly revitalized version of Dream of the Red Chamber.
Second, the term "re-correction and annotation" refers, relatively speaking, to the academic achievements of predecessors. Dream of the Red Chamber has been in circulation for over 200 years, and previous works on its correction, annotation, and critique have already been published. Thus, this book is called "re-correction and annotation." This annotated edition of Dream of the Red Chamber, which took over five years to edit, proofread, and layout, features three types of annotations:
1. Marginal annotations at the top of each page. These annotations analyze and comment on specific passages of Dream of the Red Chamber, helping readers understand the meaning of each section.
2. Interlinear annotations in the main text of Dream of the Red Chamber. These annotations focus on sentences with special meanings or particularly brilliant passages, enabling readers to grasp their significance and brilliance.
3. Post-curtain annotations after each chapter. These provide a summary of the key points and essence of each chapter, helping readers understand their role in the story's development.
The annotations in this book are printed in cinnabar red to distinguish them from the black text of Dream of the Red Chamber. Marginal annotations, interlinear annotations, and post-curtain annotations each have their own emphasis, yet together they offer a concise yet comprehensive display of the profound connotations embedded in Dream of the Red Chamber. By combining all three types of annotations, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the hidden meanings the author intended to convey.
The book begins with an introduction titled Interpreting Dream of the Red Chamber, a concise yet profound work that condenses Feng's decades of research into one article. It reveals insights previously unexplored and inspires readers' understanding. Additionally, the book features 30 exquisite illustrations created by the painter Tan Fenghuan, further enhancing its aesthetic appeal and collectible value.