Pocket Map Text of the Four Great Classical Novels (boxed set of four volumes)

Author: (Ming) Wu Cheng'en, adapted by Wei Zhaoquan et al
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Publish Date: 2002-06-01
Features: The pocket-sized illustrated edition of The Journey to the West is a concise version dedicated to readers eager to explore literary classics. The content remains largely authentic, though with some, it preserves the main plot and key stories of the novel. While its language has been "diluted" with modern vernacular, it still retains its original charm. The contributors—whether writers or teachers—have approached the adaptation with reverence, as if "walking on eggshells," and with the attitude of "gazing up at towering peaks" while selecting the essence of traditional literature. The book's design is also exquisitely crafted. Within the 64-page text, over 100 exquisite ink paintings adorn the pages. Renowned artists such as Dai Dunbang, Zhao Hongben, He Youzhi, Wu Shanming, and Han Shuo have brought their skills to life, vividly recreating the novel's captivating scenes within the confines of the small format. It is a masterful portrayal of the classic story. The pocket-sized illustrated edition of The Journey to the West is a concise version dedicated to readers eager to explore literary classics. The content remains largely authentic, though with some, it preserves the main plot and key stories of the novel. While its language has been "diluted" with modern vernacular, it still retains its original charm. The contributors—whether writers or teachers—have approached the adaptation with reverence, as if "walking on eggshells," and with the attitude of "gazing up at towering peaks" while selecting the essence of traditional literature. The book's design is also exquisitely crafted. Within the 64-page text, over 100 exquisite ink paintings adorn the pages. Renowned artists such as Dai Dunbang, Zhao Hongben, He Youzhi, Wu Shanming, and Han Shuo have brought their skills to life, vividly recreating the novel's captivating scenes within the confines of the small format. It is a masterful portrayal of the classic story. It is small enough to fit in the palm, with illustrations that shine, allowing readers to absorb traditional culture with pleasure.