Romance of the Three Kingdoms (Vol 1)

Luo Guanzhong 지음

유페이퍼 2025년 01월 15일 출간

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Romance of the Three Kingdoms(三志), is considered one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. The novel, set in the turbulent period of the late Eastern Han dynasty and the Three Kingdoms era(184-280 AD), combines historical facts with folklore and fiction.

This book presents a direct English translation of the original Chinese text of Romance of the Three Kingdoms, one of the most significant works in Chinese literature and a cornerstone of cultural heritage.
This translation endeavor prioritizes fidelity to the original text, capturing the intricacies of the language, the depth of character portrayals, and the richness of the historical context. Each chapter has been meticulously translated to reflect the style and tone of the original work, allowing readers to experience the narrative as it was intended.
To aid readers unfamiliar with Chinese history and culture, the book includes footnotes. These provide insights into historical references, enriching the read.....

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Introduction
Chapter 1: At the Peach Garden, the heroes swore an oath of brotherhood; They achieved merit by behe
Chapter 2: Zhang Fei Angrily Whips the Postal Superintendent; He Jin Plots to Assassinate the Eunuch
Chapter 3: In Wen Ming Garden, Dong Zhuo Rebukes Ding Yuan; Li Su Persuades L Bu Presenting Jewels
Chapter 4: Deposing the Han Emperor, Chen Liu Seizes the Throne; Plotting Against Dong Zhuo, Cao Cao
Chapter 5: Proclaim an edict to the various towns in response to General Cao Cao; Three heroes break
Chapter 6: Burning The Capital, Dong Zhuo''''s Atrocities in the City; Sun Jian''''s Betrayal of the Jade
Chapter 7: Yuan Shao Battles Gongsun Zan by the Pan River; Sun Jian Crosses the River to Attack Liu
Chapter 8: Advisor Wang''''s Clever Chaining Scheme; Dong Zhuo''''s Uproar at Fengyi Pavilion
Chapter 9: The Fierce L Bu Assists the Prefect; Jia Xu Invades Chang''''an on Li Jue’s advice
Chapter 10: To support the royal family, Ma Teng raises a righteous army; To avenge his fathe.....

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저자(글) Luo Guanzhong

Luo Guanzhong (13301400) was a Chinese novelist and playwright, best known for his historical novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms. This monumental work is considered one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature.

Luo Guanzhongs writing combines historical events with fiction, creating a rich narrative that explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the complexities of human nature during the turbulent Three Kingdoms period in Chinese history. His work has had a profound impact on Chinese culture, influencing literature, theater, and popular media.



Translator: Skyler Jin

Translator of Three Hundred Tang Poems: Bilingual Edition, English and Chinese, Illustrated(2024)