Journey to the West (set Volume 1 and 2)
by Wu Chengen
About This Novel
"Journey to the West (Volume 1 and 2)" includes 2 volumes: "Journey to the West (Volume 1)" and "Journey to the West (Volume 2)". Brief introduction to "Journey to the West (Volume 1 and 2)": The Peking University Chinese Language Education Institute and Peking University Press specially invited Professor Wen Rumin to plan and host this "New Commentary Series on Classical Literature Masterpieces" specially designed for primary and secondary school students and readers with intermediate education levels. The commentary is arranged along with the text, grasping the essence of the content and art of the work, exploring the subtleties, and gaining unique insights. It is not only in line with the reading experience, but also often has a rational explanation, which perfectly combines the traditional comment method with modern criticism. As one of the four masterpieces of classical novels, "Journey to the West (Set Volume 1 and 2)" contains extremely rich and diverse thoughts and culture. Monks read about the boundless Dharma, Taoists read about the Golden elixir, philosophers read about Yangming's philosophy of mind, and historians read about social reality. For ordinary readers, they read more wonderful stories about conquering demons and fully appreciate the spiritual charm of freedom, wisdom, courage, perseverance, self-entertainment, and childlike innocence. Pan Jianguo, a professor at the Department of Chinese at Peking University, used the Shidetang engraving of the Ming Dynasty as a base, collated all the copies, and compiled a text of "Journey to the West (Set of Volumes 1 and 2)" that is closest to the original. He also made comments based on the specific plot from the aspects of contemporary thought, religious culture, literature, art, and academic research. It is wise, original, humorous, and vivid, and guides readers on a wonderful journey of "literary learning."
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