Yang Family (60 volumes)

Author: Sun Minglin
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Publish Date: 2000-07-01
Features: Endless tales of loyalty and treachery, endless songs of the Yang Family's patriotic spirit; history may be interpreted by people, but justice lies in the hearts of the righteous. The Yang Family story, sung for thousands of years, has moved and inspired generations of Chinese people. Zhao Kuangyin's coup at Chenqiao, establishing the Great Song Dynasty, could not conquer the strategically vital territory guarded by Yang Jiye. After several twists and turns, Emperor Taizong of Song, valuing Yang Jiye as a fine general, allowed him to pledge allegiance to the Song ruler. Under Yang Jiye's command were numerous sons, the Seven Young Masters and Eight Tiger Generals, each brave and loyal, with outstanding military achievements, earning the admiration of Emperor Taizong. The treacherous official Pan Renmei plotted to usurp the Song Dynasty, tolerating his son's wrestling competition to seize command, killing countless heroes. The fierce Yang Qi Lang intervened in the competition, beheading Pan Renmei's son Pan Bao, forging a bitter enmity with Pan Renmei. When Emperor Taizong was trapped in Youzhou City, the Yang Family rescued the monarch at Youzhou, fighting heroically at Jinshan Beach, suffering heavy losses and writing a moving and tragic epic. Yang Jiye was trapped by Li Lingbi, Yang Qi Lang descended the mountain to summon reinforcements, and Pan Renmei seized the opportunity to avenge himself, shooting Yang Qi Lang with arrows and killing him. unwilling to be captured and humiliated, Yang Linggong died by at Li Lingbi, sacrificing his life for his country. Only Yang Yanzhao, the Sixth Young Master, remained in the Yang Family, while the rest of his brothers were either killed, injured, or even scattered to foreign lands. The Sixth Young Master accused Pan Renmei of acting out of personal vendetta. The Night Minister Kou Zhen presided over a secret trial of Pan Renmei, clearing the Yang Family's name. The Yang Family, for four generations, showed unwavering loyalty and patriotism, fighting bloodily on the battlefield to protect their homeland. Mu Guiying fought against Hongzhou, capturing the Sixth Young Master and marrying Yang Zongbao. She broke the Heavenly Gate Formation, showcasing the bravery of women. She Taijun led 12 widows to campaign westward, defending the borders and safeguarding the nation. The Yang Family story is the most widely sung and deeply known tale in Chinese history, familiar to all, young and old. The loyal and righteous stories of four generations continue to be captivating and moving today. The entire set consists of 60 volumes, a fine example of old Chinese comic books, with vivid characters and a tightly paced story, making it a great choice for appreciation and collection.