红楼梦: Saga of a Noble Chinese Family (a Simplified English Version)

An accessible simplified English version of Cao Xueqin's monumental Chinese classic, 'Hong Lou Meng' (Dream of the Red Chamber / Story of the Stone). This 1991 paperback presents the intricate 'Saga of a Noble Chinese Family' in a format designed for readers seeking an introduction to one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. The original work, an 18th-century masterpiece, offers a detailed panorama of Qing Dynasty aristocratic life, exploring themes of love, family, spirituality, and societal decline through the complex relationships of the Jia clan. Condition is Good; typical wear for a paperback of this age. An excellent entry point into this essential work of world literature.

• Author: Cao, Xueqin
• Year: 1991
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good
• ISBN: 9787560007762