| The great classics of Chinese literature are those that, in ancient China laid the foundations for the Modern Chinese Culture. Today we want to introduce you to four of the best Chinese novels you can find. There are many to choose from, so hopefully our list makes your lives easier! The great classics actually have a grouped name which is known as the Four Great Classic Novels 四大名著 (sì dà míngzhù)  1. THE NOVEL OF THE THREE KINGDOMS – 三国演义 (Sānguó Yǎnyì) Luo Guanzhong’s (罗贯中) novel beautifully narrates the events at the end of the Han Dynasty and immediately prior to the Three Kingdoms period in imperial China. It discusses real events that occurred during the history of China in the historical moment called the “period of the three kingdoms” since the Chinese territory was divided between the kingdoms of Cao Wei, Shu Han and Wu. The novel has had a great influence in Chinese literature and in society. In the past, many of the anecdotes were represented in dramas and nowadays in TV series, films and video games. 2. JOURNEY TO THE WEST – 西游记 (Xī Yóu Jì) This is Wu Cheng’en’s novel also knows as MONKEY. It deals with the adventures of a rebellious monkey, the famous Sun Wukong, and his companions in search of the sacred scriptures, well known to the Chinese people. As a reader, you find yourself holding a Chinese novel that surpasses thousands of pages. Fairytale stories, which ignore the border between men and animals, and in which strange characters are met every step. Many of the chapters have a protagonist. The monkey king Sun Wukong, was born from a mysterious golden egg, formed spontaneously from the top of a mountain. A flash struck the egg giving life not only to the creature but also giving the start to a thousand adventures. After declaring himself king of the monkeys, frightened that one day his happiness could end, he goes to meet a Sage. The Sage will teach him the way that will make him immortal and endowed with enormous strength, plus the ability to fly on a cloud with his long magic stick. 3. DREAM OF THE RED CHAMBER – 红楼梦 (Hónglóu Mèng) Cao Xueqin’s masterpiece revolves around the love story lived by Pao Yu. The Chinese novel illustrates two important families in the capital. A Chinese love novel, celebrated for its realism, psychological depth and the richness of the plot. The novel tells a story of the history and decline of a rich and powerful family at the time of the Manchu imperial dynasty. Among the topics include, the contrast between dream and reality, fiction and real life, appearance and truth, man and woman, femininity and masculinity, joy and pain. The novel is written in a lively and simple language, with some dialectal connotations and is actually very close to the modern spoken language. 4. WATER MARGIN – 水浒传 (Shuǐhǔ Zhuàn) Written by Shi Nai’an, this Chinese novel tells of how a band of 108 brigands from Mount Liang, rebels against justice until they succeed in challenging the emperor. The Water Margin has many names, it is also known as Outlaws of The Marsh, Tale of the Marshes, All Men Are Brothers, Men of the Marshes or The Marshes of Mount Liang. The story which is set in the Song dynasty, tells of how a group of 108 outlaws gather at Mount Liang. Upon gathering they formed a large army before they are eventually granted amnesty by the government. From here they are sent on campaigns to resist foreign invaders and also given the responsibility of suppressing rebel forces. The Chinese novel has been widely credited for introducing readers to many of the best-known characters in Chinese literature. #Our teachers # More than 10 years teaching experience Master Degree Certificate for teaching chinese as a foreign language   # About us # Founded in 2007 Chinese test and training center 200+ Chinese teachers 5000+ students  # Contact us# Name:fiona Phone number:021-52287809,13918358891 E-mail:info@mandarinmorning.com www.mandarinmorning.com If you are interested to join Mandarin Morning school or want more details about our services, scan the following QR code. ☟   Mandarin Morning Chinese test center attached to Confucius institute headquarters Authorized Test Center and Training Center for International Chinese Language Teacher Certificater 10 years+ ，200 teachers ，more 10000 students，200+companies  |
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