The Story of the Western Wing

A seminal work of Chinese classical drama, Wang Shi-fu's *Xixiangji*, translated here as *The Story of the Western Wing*, is presented in this First Paperback Edition from the University of California Press. This vibrant translation chronicles the captivating adventures of the iconic star-crossed lovers Oriole and Student Zhang. Since its inception in the thirteenth century, *The Story of the Western Wing* has commanded unparalleled popularity, profoundly influencing countless later plays, short stories, and novels, and playing a crucial role in the development of drama criticism throughout China's literary history. This edition offers the full and complete text of the earliest extant version, making this influential work accessible to a wider audience for the first time in paperback. The editors' comprehensive introduction provides invaluable context for students and enthusiasts of Chinese cultural and literary traditions. Condition: Paperback in Good condition.

• Author: Wang, Shi-fu
• Publisher: University of California Press
• Year: 1995
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good
• ISBN: 9780520201842