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This exciting new translation of the Chinese classic is designed to
delight modern readers. The Three Kingdoms is an epic Chinese novel
written over six centuries ago. It recounts in vivid historical
detail the turbulent years at the close of the Han Dynasty when
China broke into three competing kingdoms and over half the
population was killed or driven from their homes. readers will
experience the loyalty and treachery, the brotherhood and rivalry
of China's legendary heroes and villains during the most tumultuous
period in Chinese history. Part myth, part reality, The Three
Kingdoms is considered the most significant work in classic Chinese
literature. Many Chinese people view it not only as a work of art
but also as a moral guide to success in life and business.
Foreigners often read it to gain insights into Chinese society and
culture. From the saga of The Three Kingdoms, readers will learn
how great warriors motivated their troops and enhanced their
influence while disguising their weaknesses and turning the
strengths of others against them. Complete with footnotes and a
detailed character list, this readable new edition is sure to
thrill today's readers from all over the world. As the first volume
in a trilogy, The Three Kingdoms: The Sacred Oath introduces Liu
Bei and his brothers-in-arms Zhang Fei and Guan Yu, whose
allegiance is sorely tested in a society in which each group is
fighting for its own survival.
This exciting new translation will appeal to modern readers who
find the twists and turns of "Game of Thrones" so compelling.
"The Three Kingdoms" is an epic Chinese novel written over six
centuries ago. It recounts in vivid historical detail the turbulent
years at the close of the Han Dynasty, when China broke into three
competing kingdoms and over half the population were either killed
or driven from their homes. Part myth, part fact, readers will
experience the loyalty and treachery, the brotherhood and rivalry
of China's legendary heroes and villains during the most tumultuous
period in Chinese history.
Considered the greatest work in classic Chinese literature, "The
Three Kingdoms" is read by millions throughout Asia today. Seen not
just as a great work of art, many Chinese view it as a guide to
success in life and business as well as a work that offers great
moral clarity--while many foreigners read it to gain insights into
Chinese society and culture. From the saga of "The Three Kingdoms,"
readers will learn how great warriors motivate their troops and
enhance their influence, while disguising their weaknesses and
turning the strengths of others against them.
This third volume concludes the tale of Liu Bei and his sworn
brothers-in-arms, Zhang Fei and Guan Yu, whose loyalty and fidelity
are sorely tested in a society at war for its very survival.
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Three Kingdoms (Paperback)
Luo Guanzhong; Retold by Christine Sun; Illustrated by Shirley Chiang
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R237
R192
Discovery Miles 1 920
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The great empire of China is in turmoil.As the government becomes
increasingly incompetent, warlords and nobles battle for power. In
the north is the Kingdom of Wei, headed by cunning and manipulative
Cao Cao. In the southeast is the Kingdom of Wu, ruled by masterful
and charismatic Sun Quan. In the west is the Kingdom of Shu,
commanded by kind-hearted and humble Liu Bei.Cao has committed
murder and betrayal on his way to glory, only to see his family s
throne overthrown by other scheming crooks. Sun and his advisor
Zhou Yu have established a military stronghold, but are no match
against Liu s military strategist Zhuge Liang, who wisely advocates
tolerance and mutual respect.Full of thrilling action,
sophisticated stratagems, passionate brotherhood and loyalty, "The
Three Kingdoms" sums up all the most important lessons of
history."Real Reads" are accessible texts designed to support the
literacy development of primary and lower secondary age children
while introducing them to the riches of our international literary
heritage. Each book is a retelling of a work of great literature
from one of the world s greatest cultures, fitted into a 64-page
book, making classic stories, dramas and histories available to
intelligent young readers as a bridge to the full texts, to
language students wanting access to other cultures, and to adult
readers who are unlikely ever to read the original versions."
A new translation and abridgement of one of the four classical
Chinese novels - an epic story of warring factions in the era of
China's Han dynasty Part historical and part legend, 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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