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About This Novel

"The Scholars" is a chapter-length novel written by Wu Jingzi in the Qing Dynasty. It was written in the 14th year of Qianlong (1749) or a little before. It was first circulated in manuscripts and was first published in the 8th year of Jiaqing (1803). The book has fifty-six chapters. The author uses realism to describe the different expressions of "fame and wealth" by various people in society at that time, especially the criticism and ridicule of imperial examinations, officialdom, ethics, etc., Which is deeply rooted in the bones. The novel represents the peak of Chinese classical satirical novels and creates an example of using novels to criticize real life. Lu Xun commented that this book "upholds a public spirit and points out current ills." The novel has been translated into English, French, German, Russian, Japanese and other languages.

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