• The Palace of Eternal Youth (English Edition): The Love of Emperor Xuanzong & Lady Yang — Retold
  • The Palace of Eternal Youth (English Edition): The Love of Emperor Xuanzong & Lady Yang — Retold
  • The Palace of Eternal Youth (English Edition): The Love of Emperor Xuanzong & Lady Yang — Retold
  • The Palace of Eternal Youth (English Edition): The Love of Emperor Xuanzong & Lady Yang — Retold
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The Palace of Eternal Youth (English Edition): The Love of Emperor Xuanzong & Lady Yang — Retold

The Palace of Eternal Youth (English Edition): The Love of Emperor Xuanzong & Lady Yang — Retold

A Tang Emperor‘s Love for Lady Yang, Their Vow in the Palace, the Rebellion That Tears Them Apart, and a Reunion Beyond Death — Adapted for English Readers
This is an English retelling of a famous Chinese play about Emperor Xuanzong of Tang and Lady Yang. The two fall in love, and in the Palace of Eternal Youth they make a vow to stay together forever. But a rebellion breaks out, and the emperor is forced to let Lady Yang die on the road. What happens after that is not just history—it turns into a myth, as the emperor searches for her spirit and the two are finally reunited beyond death. Retold by Teng Jianmin for English-language readers, it gives you the essential story of love, loss, and reunion in clear, readable English. If you want to understand what The Palace of Eternal Youth is about and why this love story has lasted for centuries—rather than read a complete scholarly translation of the original opera—this is it.
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Discover a Masterpiece of Chinese Literature

Originally written by the renowned Qing Dynasty playwright Hong Sheng, The Palace of Eternal Youth (长生殿) is a monumental dramatic work that captures the passionate yet tragic love between Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty and his beloved consort, Yang Yuhuan.

This special English edition, published by China Intercontinental Press, makes this classic accessible to international readers. It is more than just a romance; it is a profound reflection on the rise and fall of empires, the nature of power, and the sacrifices made in the name of love-1-2.

What’s Inside:

  • A Story of Epic Proportions: Follow the emperor and his consort as their relationship becomes intertwined with political intrigue and rebellion, leading to a heart-wrenching climax.

  • Cultural & Historical Insight: Gain a deep understanding of traditional Chinese opera, Tang Dynasty court life, and the enduring cultural values of loyalty and sacrifice.

  • Smooth English Translation: Carefully translated by a team including Gu Weiguang, Li Shangjie, and S. Marloff, this edition maintains the poetic essence of the original work while ensuring readability for a Western audience

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