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Title: 楊家將演義
Alternate Title: Yang Jia Jiang Yan Yi
Credits: Produced by Pasu Un
Summary: "楊家將演義" by Damu Xiong is a historical novel written in the 16th century. The book chronicles the legendary exploits of the Yang family, particularly focusing on their struggles against rival forces and the themes of loyalty, honor, and vengeance. The narrative is set during a time of political turmoil in ancient China, emphasizing familial bonds and the quest for justice. The opening of "楊家將演義" introduces readers to the character of 劉鈞, the king of 北漢, who contemplates the growing power of the Song Dynasty and the potential threat it poses. Key players such as 呼延廷, a loyal minister, express their concerns regarding the king’s indecision about aligning or opposing the Song forces. This chapter sets the stage for intrigue and conflict, as betrayal leads to a tragic event where 呼延廷 and his family fall victim to deceit. The narrative then follows his widow, 劉氏, and their son, 呼延贊, who is determined to avenge their deaths, laying the groundwork for a saga filled with valor and dramatic confrontations. The story blends themes of loyalty and revenge as it progresses through epic battles and the fulfillment of familial duty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 18.9 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
Author: Xiong, Damu, active 16th century
EBook No.: 27082
Published: Oct 28, 2008
Downloads: 271
Language: Chinese
Subject: China -- History -- Song dynasty, 960-1279 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: 楊家將演義
Alternate Title: Yang Jia Jiang Yan Yi
Credits: Produced by Pasu Un
Summary: "楊家將演義" by Damu Xiong is a historical novel written in the 16th century. The book chronicles the legendary exploits of the Yang family, particularly focusing on their struggles against rival forces and the themes of loyalty, honor, and vengeance. The narrative is set during a time of political turmoil in ancient China, emphasizing familial bonds and the quest for justice. The opening of "楊家將演義" introduces readers to the character of 劉鈞, the king of 北漢, who contemplates the growing power of the Song Dynasty and the potential threat it poses. Key players such as 呼延廷, a loyal minister, express their concerns regarding the king’s indecision about aligning or opposing the Song forces. This chapter sets the stage for intrigue and conflict, as betrayal leads to a tragic event where 呼延廷 and his family fall victim to deceit. The narrative then follows his widow, 劉氏, and their son, 呼延贊, who is determined to avenge their deaths, laying the groundwork for a saga filled with valor and dramatic confrontations. The story blends themes of loyalty and revenge as it progresses through epic battles and the fulfillment of familial duty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 18.9 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
Author: Xiong, Damu, active 16th century
EBook No.: 27082
Published: Oct 28, 2008
Downloads: 271
Language: Chinese
Subject: China -- History -- Song dynasty, 960-1279 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.