Romance of the Three Kingdoms (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: Luo Guanzhong (Ming Dynasty)
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: The novel vividly portrays the experiences and wisdom of historical struggles through various political, military, and diplomatic events among the Three Kingdoms. The character of Zhuge Liang embodies this extraordinary wisdom and unparalleled talent. Already well-versed in the grand strategies of the world while in seclusion at Longzhong, he proposed a long-term strategy of resisting Shu, allying with Wu, and countering Wei upon his first meeting with Liu Bei. From the decisive victory at Bawangling to the Battle of Red Cliffs and the alliance with Wu to fight Cao Cao, Zhuge Liang demonstrated superior insight and talent in every critical aspect of the campaign planning, surpassing even Cao Cao and Zhou Yu. Later, when Pang Tong died at Luofeng Slope, Guan Yu lost Jingzhou and died in Maicheng, Liu Bei failed in his campaign against Wu and died in Baidicheng, Zhuge Liang independently supported this difficult situation. His ability to overcome immense challenges, unwavering perseverance, and his loyalty to the cause of "dedicating oneself to the task until death" combined to make him the epitome of an "exemplary minister."