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Records of the Three Kingdoms in Plain Language
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Suitable for readers interested in Chinese history, literature, and culture, as well as students and teachers seeking a reliable and accessible introduction to the Three Kingdoms period.
Translated into English for the first time here, the Sanguozhi pinghua 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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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 Jin dynasty.
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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Esteemed scholars praise this translation for its scholarly rigour, accuracy, and engaging readability. It comprehensively introduces the main figures such as Liu Bei and Cao Cao and key events like the Battle at the Red Cliff. Described as "rollicking" and lively, it is recommended for academic instruction and appreciated for its crisp annotation and clear presentation.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781624665233
Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 September 2016
Country: United States
Imprint: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Illustration: 4 halftones
Contributors:
- Edited and translated by Wilt L. Idema
- Edited and translated by Stephen H. West
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 306g
Pages: 240
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About the Author
Wilt L. Idema is Research Professor of Chinese Literature, Harvard University.
Stephen H. West is Foundation Professor of Chinese, Arizona State University.
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