A Dictionary of Appreciating Famous Sentences from Chinese Novels

Author: Tian Ren
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Publication Date: 2001-02-01
Features: Each selected quote in this book is divided into three parts: the original text, annotations, and appreciations. The in the annotations indicates the source of the quote, followed by explanations of difficult characters and interpretations of the original sentence. For simple and easily understandable sentences, only the source is indicated, without annotations or interpretations. The appreciations are the compilers' personal understandings of the original sentences, for reference only when readers are reading. The Ming and Qing dynasties were the golden age of Chinese fiction, producing a large number of excellent masterpieces such as Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Journey to the West, Water Margin, and Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio. These works are truly world-class literary masterpieces. Especially the lengthy masterpiece Dream of the Red Chamber that emerged during the Qing Dynasty is an immortal artistic achievement! Ming and Qing fiction is a perfect combination of profound content and superb artistry, with many sharp and philosophically rich quotes that are timeless treasures passed down through generations. This dictionary compiles the essence of these works to delight the readers.