水滸傳 by Nai'an Shi
"水滸傳" by Nai'an Shi is a historical novel written in the 14th century. The book explores themes of rebellion, justice, and the struggles of various characters against corrupt authority in imperial China. The narrative centers around a group of outlaws, with figures such as Wu Song and Song Jiang, who band together to rise against oppression and seek justice for the common people. The opening of the novel introduces us to anera of turmoil and unrest during the Song Dynasty, setting a poetic tone that reflects on the historical context of the times. We first hear about the devastating plague affecting the capital, which prompts Emperor Renzong to seek the mystical help of a Daoist priest, Zhang, to perform a ritual for relief. This leads to a comedic yet precarious journey undertaken by the military leader Hong Taifu. As he heads to invite the Daoist Master, he faces daunting challenges and encounters monstrous creatures, showcasing both the mystical elements of the story and the trials the characters must endure in their quest to restore peace and health to the land. The chapter establishes a foundation steeped in themes of struggle, faith, and the blending of the spiritual and the earthly. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Shi, Nai'an, 1290?-1365? |
|---|---|
| Title | 水滸傳 |
| Alternate Title | Shui hu zhuan |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_Margin |
| Credits | Produced by Xiu-Mei Lin |
| Language | Chinese |
| LoC Class | PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania |
| Subject | Robbers and outlaws -- Fiction |
| Subject | China -- History -- Song dynasty, 960-1279 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Heroes -- Fiction |
| Subject | China -- Social life and customs -- 960-1644 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23863 |
| Release Date | Dec 15, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 20, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 384 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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