Journey to the West (Part 2)

Author: Wu Zhenbo
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: Among the vast and profound literary works in ancient China, it can be said that no novel has evoked such strong interest among children as Journey to the West. Almost every young person grows up under the influence of this mythological novel. Sun Wukong, the incredibly skilled Monkey King, is undoubtedly a hero in the hearts of children. Together with Zhu Bajie, who is outwardly simple but loves to play tricks, and Sha Wujing, the loyal and honest monk, they embark on a perilous journey to protect Tang Sanzang on his quest to the West. The story is full of twists and turns, with vivid and lifelike character portrayals, making it highly suitable for children to read. Journey to the West is not only widely known in our country but has also long become a best-selling book loved by readers of all ages abroad. Set against the backdrop of China's prosperous Tang Dynasty, this novel presents us with a vast space of history, geography, and mythology. No wonder, over hundreds of years, it has withstood the test of time and become a shining gem among China's Four Great Classical Novels. To make it easier for children to read, we have carefully selected key passages from the book and paired them with exquisite illustrations. We are confident that children will definitely fall in love with this book.