Strange Stories from Ancient and Modern Times (Illustrated Edition)

Author: Dongbi Shanfang Master
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: Chinese classical novels, from the classical Chinese "Remnants of Small Words" in the pre-Qin period to the vernacular chaptered long novels in the Ming and Qing dynasties, have made significant progress over thousands of years. In the history of literature, ancient myths, Wei and Jin Qingtan, fables and jokes, strange tales, storytelling and narrative literature have all flourished, each leading its own trend. With unparalleled popular appeal and readability compared to other literary genres, they have gained widespread recognition and dissemination among the masses, greatly enriching the treasure trove of classical culture and becoming a popular medium for popular historical and cultural knowledge. As a result, various classical novels have remained fresh and relevant. In today's era where visual content has become a fashion in aesthetics, to cater to the aesthetic tastes of a broad readership and fully utilize this rich traditional cultural resource, we aim to revitalize the art of illustration and frontispiece engravings in ancient Chinese classical novels. To add a touch of brilliance to publishing, we have specially launched the "Ming and Qing Illustrated Classical Novel Series," selecting fine published editions with engravings or lithographs from the Ming and Qing dynasties, organizing and publishing them. We hope this series will bring vitality to the publishing of cultural ancient books today.