Author: Wu Cheng
Translator: Tang Songbo
Publisher: Jindun Publishing House
Format: Hardback
Genre: Fantasy
Date: January 2006
Pages: 868
ISBN: 9787508238913
Language: Chinese
Adaptation: Retelling
Summary:
Introduction to Journey to the West (Single-Volume Edition): With its long history and rich diversity, classical Chinese literature stands as a brilliant gem within the nation’s vast cultural treasury. To promote our traditional heritage and make these literary masterpieces accessible to the general public, we have compiled and published a series titled "Popular Editions of Classical Chinese Literature." This series is characterized by the following features: (1) Careful Selection: We have curated a collection of celebrated works—ranging from exquisite classical prose to the finest examples of Tang poetry, Song ci (lyric poetry), and Yuan qu (dramatic verse)—all renowned for their profound artistic merit and enduring appeal. The selection also includes classic novels of great intellectual and aesthetic value, such as Dream of the Red Chamber, Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Water Margin, and Journey to the West. This series allows readers to gain a foundational understanding of the essence of classical Chinese literature in a time-efficient manner. (2) Accessible Annotations: Difficult terms and classical allusions are explained with concise, plain language. For challenging characters, we have provided pinyin (phonetic transcription) and homophones, ensuring that the texts remain readable for anyone with a junior-high-school level of education. (3) High Quality at an Affordable Price: The books feature a design that is both aesthetically pleasing and practical. With their accessible price points, they are well within the reach of the average reader. We hope that this series will be warmly received by a wide audience.
