A New Reading of the Dream of the Red Chamber [A New Reading of the Four Great Classical Novels]

Author: Cao Xueqin [Qing], Gao E, Sun Xun (editor)
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Publish Date: 2004-07-01
Features: This "New Reading Series" is meticulously edited and condensed based on the original text, removing minor characters and plotlines that are rarely explored. Some chapters have been adjusted accordingly while retaining the linguistic characteristics and creative style of the original. Readers can experience its "authentic flavor" while reading. Amidst the beautiful scenery and elegant figures of the Grand View Garden, they can witness the rise and fall, honor and disgrace of a large family, savoring the joys and sorrows, love and heartbreak. In the midst of the fierce struggle among heroes, they can marvel at the extraordinary wisdom of strategic planning and decisive victories from a distance, as well as the step-by-step, interlocking schemes. In the peasant uprising of being forced onto the and rising up with banners, they can condemn the base and shameless behavior of treacherous officials, yet be inspired by the righteous spirit of punishing the wicked and supporting the weak, eradicating injustice and restoring peace. In the mythical islands and mountains overseas, they can be dazzled by the legends of gods and demons, and at the same time, their minds can be calmed by the Buddhist philosophy of pursuing benevolence and the ultimate unity of the universe.
This is a condensed version of Cao Xueqin's Dream of the Red Chamber, which narrates the rise and fall of the Ning and Rong families, interwoven with the tragic love story of Bao and Dai. It portrays a series of vivid and dynamic female characters. The entire book is easy to understand while maintaining the overall style and linguistic features of the original, making it highly suitable for young readers who have tight study schedules and limited leisure time.