• Drama Stories (English Edition): Six Classic Chinese Plays, from The Western Chamber to The Peach Blossom Fan
  • Drama Stories (English Edition): Six Classic Chinese Plays, from The Western Chamber to The Peach Blossom Fan
  • Drama Stories (English Edition): Six Classic Chinese Plays, from The Western Chamber to The Peach Blossom Fan
  • Drama Stories (English Edition): Six Classic Chinese Plays, from The Western Chamber to The Peach Blossom Fan
  • Drama Stories (English Edition): Six Classic Chinese Plays, from The Western Chamber to The Peach Blossom Fan
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Drama Stories (English Edition): Six Classic Chinese Plays, from The Western Chamber to The Peach Blossom Fan

Drama Stories (English Edition): Six Classic Chinese Plays, from The Western Chamber to The Peach Blossom Fan

The Story of the Western Chamber, Dou E Meets Injustice, The Orphan of the Zhao Family, The Peony Pavilion, Peach Blossom Fan & The Palace of Eternal Youth — Retold with Colour Illustrations
This book tells the stories of six famous Chinese plays—not the full scripts, but the plots and characters, retold in clear English. You meet the young lovers of The Western Chamber, the wronged wife of Dou E Meets Injustice, the orphan who survives a massacre in The Orphan of the Zhao Family, the dreamer of The Peony Pavilion, the loyal courtesan of Peach Blossom Fan, and the emperor and lady of The Palace of Eternal Youth. Each story is short, illustrated in colour, and written for readers who want to know what these plays are about without studying classical Chinese drama. If you want the stories behind China‘s most celebrated plays, in a readable illustrated form—rather than a complete translation or an academic history of theatre—this is it.
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About This Book

Drama Stories is a captivating collection from the Classic Stories of China series, presenting the pinnacle of Chinese dramatic literature in an accessible English format. Chinese opera, which evolved over nearly a millennium from the Southern Opera to the Yuan Dynasty's poetic dramas, is a comprehensive art form interweaving literature, music, dance, and martial arts -1-12. This volume selects six landmark works that represent the highest achievements of different historical periods, from the Yuan Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty -1-10.

Stories Included in This Collection -1-9-12:

  • The Romance of the Western Chamber (西厢记) - A classic tale of young love overcoming social barriers.

  • Dou E Meets Injustice (窦娥冤) - A powerful and moving drama of a woman wronged and her quest for justice.

  • The Orphan of the Zhao Family (赵氏孤儿) - A thrilling story of loyalty, sacrifice, and revenge.

  • The Peony Pavilion (牡丹亭) - A romantic masterpiece about love that transcends life and death.

  • Peach Blossom Fan (桃花扇) - A historical tragedy set against the fall of the Ming Dynasty.

  • The Palace of Eternal Youth (长生殿) - The legendary love story of Emperor Xuanzong and his beloved consort Yang Yuhuan.

Why You'll Love This Book:

  • English Translation: Specially selected and translated for English-speaking readers -5-12.

  • Visually Engaging: Features a compact, portable size (小32开) with full-color illustrations throughout, making the stories and history come alive -4-6.

  • Cultural Insight: An excellent gateway to understanding Chinese history, philosophy, and traditional values through its most celebrated art form -5-6.

  • Perfect for All: Ideal for students, travelers, or anyone curious about Chinese culture.

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