Jiajia Audiobook Library - Journey to the West (Original Reading Version 6CD)

Author: Hongda Yitai Culture Development Co., Ltd.
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: Famous broadcaster Cao Can recites classic works. A perfect combination of literary art and language art. Fairy tales suitable for readers of all ages. Inspires people to fight actively, never give up, and persevere until they reach their goals. Showcases the unique charm of 5,000 years of Chinese civilization. The Journey to the West is one of China's four great classical novels, a classic world myth, and a book listed by Hu Shih as part of the Minimum Required Reading List. It is an important classic that constructs the stage of Chinese civilization. The story of The Journey to the West is full of humor and wit, captivating readers with its rich interest. — The Great Encyclopedia of France Wu Cheng'en's humorous novel The Journey to the West explores Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism, containing profound themes. It is a mythological work with significance in resisting feudal rule. Wu Cheng'en was skilled in wit, and he portrayed the joys and sorrows of monsters as if they were human, making the story beloved by all. — Lu Xun Since its publication, The Journey to the West has been warmly received by generations of readers. Its stories and characters are well-known to people of all ages. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, the People's Literature Publishing House alone printed nearly 3 million copies. Various reprints, abridged editions, and adapted versions are countless. Generations of critics have highly praised The Journey to the West. Cao Can is a first-class actor with the National Youth Art Theater, a member of the China Theatre Association, deputy head of the Fourth Generation Art Troupe, a member of the Beijing Linguistics Council, president of the Beijing Recitation Research Association, and a council member of the Beijing Association of Elderly Artists. Since the 1950s, he has been involved in broadcasting, telling hundreds of stories for children on the Central People's Broadcasting Station's Little Bell program, which was deeply loved by children. The special title "Uncle Cao Can" has been embraced by two generations. He skillfully combines his vocal talents and acting expertise to blend recitation with traditional storytelling, creating his own unique performance style. His narration is warm, colloquial, rhythmic, vivid, and full of life. The Central People's Broadcasting Station listed him as one of the "Top Ten Recitation Artists" and the "Most Favorite Outstanding Recitation Artist." His recorded version of The Journey to the West has had a wide impact. He is committed to youth education and actively promotes the use of Mandarin. He has been honored with titles such as "National Outstanding Worker in Extracurricular Education for Children" and "National Outstanding Worker in Language and Text Work."