Women in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms

Author: Sheng Xunchang
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Finding women in the sediment of history and also creating women in the long stream of historical culture. Through these women who are with men, it showcases the diversity of society and value orientations. To align with the men in Romance of the Three Kingdoms, the original historical figures and cultural figures were transformed and evolved. Through their actions and words, political personalities blend with moral personalities, creating a three-dimensional portrayal of women in the Three Kingdoms culture, rich in ethical undertones. For example, Zhuge Liang's wife is portrayed as a supportive and nurturing spouse and mother; Xu Shu's mother and Jiang Xu's mother are depicted as having clear distinctions between love and hatred; Cao Cao's wife Bian Shi is portrayed as virtuous, simple, and frugal; and Sun Quan's eldest daughter (Da Hu) is depicted as cunning and venomous. These portrayals represent the diverse models of women within traditional Chinese culture. It is also an alternative perspective on the history and culture of the Three Kingdoms.
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