The Scholars and Foreign History (Colloquially Illustrated Vernacular Collector's Edition, Original Appearance of the Rare Book of the Thatched Cottage in the Eighth Year of Jiaqing in the Qing Dynasty, Complete Collection of 56 Chapters, Brand New Finely Edited Collection) Recommended on the Writers List

An encyclopedic novel that thoroughly writes about ancient Chinese officialdom: The arrogant Confucian scholar who drinks from a gold cup, the rebellious talented woman who escapes from marriage alone, the famous gay friend who loves masculinity, the true Confucian sage who lives in seclusion in the mountains, the crying boy who clings to scientific examinations, the fake poet who cheats, the ethical fanatic who persuades women to sacrifice their husbands, the simple and motivated filial son turns into a greedy and hypocritical despicable person... There are more than 90 named characters in the book, and all the faces seem familiar. Each story is independent and exciting. It is easy and enjoyable to read, as if you are immersed in the book.