East Zhou States Chronicle - (Youth Edition)

Author: Chen Yongchao
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: The Story of the Warring States narrates the history of over five hundred years during the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, comprising 108 chapters, and was published in the late Ming Dynasty. It is one of the most widely read and influential historical romance novels from the Ming Dynasty's mid-period, deeply loved by people. The editor has now presented this book in colloquial Chinese to facilitate reading and reference for young readers, allowing them to easily appreciate the charm of classic Chinese literature. The Story of the Warring States depicts over five hundred years of history, during which heroes emerged one after another, shining like stars. Centuries later, although many outstanding figures have appeared, the people and events of this period stand out and are typical in history. It is almost the source of the theories of success and failure in later generations and serves as a standard and role model for future generations. Through rich and vivid storylines, the novel praises the benevolent and magnanimous rulers and the loyal, brave, and strategic generals. It also admires the heroic figures who act bravely and intelligently in the face of injustice. In sharp contrast to these positive characters, the novel also portrays the ignorant, cruel, and licentious emperors and feudal lords, as well as the greedy, treacherous, and cunning courtiers. The author's attitude of exposing and condemning them is naturally integrated into the progression of the plot.
The Story of the Warring States depicts over five hundred years of history, during which heroes emerged one after another, shining like stars. Centuries later, although many outstanding figures have appeared, the people and events of this period stand out and are typical in history. It is almost the source of the theories of success and failure in later generations and serves as a standard and role model for future generations. Through rich and vivid storylines, the novel praises the benevolent and magnanimous rulers and the loyal, brave, and strategic generals. It also admires the heroic figures who act bravely and intelligently in the face of injustice. In sharp contrast to these positive characters, the novel also portrays the ignorant, cruel, and licentious emperors and feudal lords, as well as the greedy, treacherous, and cunning courtiers. The author's attitude of exposing and condemning them is naturally integrated into the progression of the plot.