Palace of Eternal Youth - Echo of Classics (Chinese and English Edition)

A captivating bilingual (Chinese and English) edition of 'The Palace of Eternal Youth', a renowned classical Chinese opera originally authored by Hong Sheng. This specific edition is presented by the celebrated translator Yang Xianyi. The opera tells the poignant and enduring love story of Li Longji, a Tang Dynasty emperor (reigned 712-756), and his beloved concubine Yang Yuhuan. Based on historical events, this tale has captivated audiences for generations, depicting the emperor and his concubine's deep desire to be eternally entwined, like 'two love birds flying wing to wing, and on earth two trees with branches twined from spring to spring.' 'The Palace of Eternal Youth' was an immediate success upon its original publication, widely copied and performed, becoming the most outstanding and influential opera on this theme. Published in 2001 by Foreign Languages Press. This copy is a paperback in Good condition.

• Author: Yang, Xianyi
• Publisher: Foreign Languages Press
• Year: 2001
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good
• ISBN: 9787119028880