Records of the Three Kingdoms in Plain Language

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Discover 'Records of the Three Kingdoms in Plain Language,' a captivating and accessible English translation of the thirteenth-century Chinese classic, Sanguozhi pinghua. This essential volume offers a concise and fast-paced narrative that covers the tumultuous events of the Three Kingdoms period, making it a perfect entry point for Western readers interested in Chinese history and epic literature. The book provides a vivid portrayal of the civil wars, the rise and fall of the kingdoms, and a brief look at the reunification achieved by the Jin dynasty. Uniquely shorter and clearer than Luo Guanzhong's 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms,' this edition is tailored for those seeking a more straightforward account of these legendary stories. Translated by modern masters in Chinese literary translation, this edition not only honors the original text but also brings it to life for today's audience. With an ISBN of 9781624665233 and published by Hackett Publishing in 2016, 'Records of the Three Kingdoms in Plain Language' deserves a spot on the bookshelf of anyone interested in classic literature and historical narratives from China. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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ISBN: 9781624665233
Year: 2016
Publisher: Hackett Publishing


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Translated into English for the first time here, the Sanguozhi pinghua (thirteenth century CE) provides a complete and fast-paced narrative account of the events of the period, from the beginning of the civil wars to the demise of the Three Kingdoms and the short-lived reunification of the realm by the Jindynasty. Shorter, clearer, and more accessible to Western audiences than Luo Guanzhong's later, greatly expanded Romance (Sanguo yanyi)—and beautifully rendered in this edition by two modern-day masters of the art of Chinese literary translation—Records of the Three Kingdoms in Plain Language provides an ideal introduction to one of the foundational Chinese epic traditions.

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