The Romance of the Three Kingdoms

Name: The Romance of the Three Kingdoms
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241332771
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By Luo Guanzhong

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The Romance of the Three Kingdoms by Luo Guanzhong is a historical epic set in the turbulent times of the late Han dynasty and the Three Kingdoms period in ancient China. It weaves together a tapestry of loyalty, betrayal, and intrigue as powerful warlords vie for control over the fragmented empire. Through the tales of legendary figures like Liu Bei, Cao Cao, and Sun Quan, the novel paints a vivid picture of the era’s political and military struggles.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by historical epics, engaging with a blend of real events and legendary tales from ancient China. The story is steeped in political intrigue, war strategies, and the quest for power, making it appealing for those who appreciate complex characters and intricate plots. If you enjoy rich, detailed stories with a significant cultural backdrop, this classic narrative will likely capture your interest.

The Romance of the Three Kingdoms

"This translation first published in Penguin Classics 2018" -- Title page verso.

A new translation and abridgement of one of the four classical Chinese novels, this is the epic story of the fall of the Han dynasty and rise of the Three Kingdoms.

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A new translation and abridgement of one of the four classical Chinese novels, this is the epic story of the fall of the Han dynasty and rise of the Three Kingdoms.

Part historical and part legendary, The Romance of the Three Kingdoms dramatizes the lives of feudal lords and their retainers, recounting their personal and military battles, intrigues, and struggles to achieve dominance for almost a hundred years. It is one of the most beloved works of East Asian literature and the most famous historical novel in China.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241332771

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 July 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Translated by Jay Ramsay
Translated by He Yun
Translated by Victoria Finlay

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 461g

Pages: 672

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About the Author

Luo Guanzhong was a Chinese writer who lived probably during the fourteenth century, during the Yuan and Ming periods. Very little is known about his origins and life, but he is attributed with writing The Romance of the Three Kingdoms and editing Outlaws of the Marsh - the first two of the 'Four Great Classical Novels' of Chinese literature. Martin Palmer is Director of the International Consultancy on Religion, Education and Culture (ICOREC) and Secretary General of the Alliance of Religions and Conservation (ARC). His previous translations include The Book of Chuang Tzu and The Most Venerable Book (both Penguin Classics), The Dao de Jing and The I Ching.