A Comprehensive History of Chinese Literature. Novel Volume

Author: Li Xiusheng, Zhao Yishan
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Publish Date: 2006-02-01
Features: This book is part of A History of Chinese Literature in Genre Forms, specifically the Novel Volume. It covers various genres of ancient novels, divided into three parts: Upper (Classical Chinese Novels), Middle (Storytelling Novels), and Lower (Chapter Novels). Written by authors such as Shi Yuliang, Wang Liyan, and Liu Liamao. The authors meticulously analyze the origins of novels, extensively cite sources, and conduct in-depth discussions, with particular emphasis on interpreting the content of novels through historical facts and cultural contexts. The book offers a broad perspective and novel approaches. It strives to provide an objective evaluation of the state of novels in different historical periods, clearly revealing the historical trajectory of the formation, development, and evolution of Chinese fiction. It is not only suitable for teaching in higher education institutions in the humanities but also serves as an essential reference for general literature enthusiasts to master rich and accurate knowledge of the history of novels.