Cao, Xueqin

The Story of the Stone: a Chinese Novel: Vol 4, The Debt of Tears (Penguin Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780140443714
author:
Cao, Xueqin
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
1982
Pages:
400
Dimensions:
13 x 2.4 x 19.8 centimetres (0.2
Genre:
16th to 18th century fiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£13.20

Description

The Story of the Stone, Volume IV: The Debt of Tears, Chapters 81-98 by Cao Xueqin and Gao E is a poignant exploration of family life and the supernatural. Set against the rich backdrop of Chinese society, this novel charts the fortunes of the Jia family, whose story mirrors that of the author's own family. With its nuanced portrayal of humour, realistic detail, and delicate poetry, The Debt of Tears offers a unique glimpse into the ritualized world of Chinese family life. At the heart of the novel are two main characters, Bao-yu and Dai-yu, whose lives are inextricably linked to the fortunes of their family. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that there is more to existence than the mundane world of everyday life, and that a supernatural scheme of things underlies all human experience. Published by Penguin Publishing Group, this edition of The Story of the Stone represents a significant part of Chinese literary heritage, and has been translated into English for readers around the world.

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