The Tale of Di Qing

Name: The Tale of Di Qing
Author: Li Yutang

狄青演义

by Li Yutang (李雨堂)

Status: Completed
Length: 254k Words
Genre: Historical
Updated: 1y ago
Source: Fanqie

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The Romance of Di Qing, also known as The Romance of the Ten Thousand Flower Tower and The Romance of the Ten Thousand Flower Tower: Yang, Bao, and Di, is a Qing dynasty heroic legend centered on the famed general Di Qing.

The story follows the rise and achievements of Di Qing, a celebrated general of the Northern Song. Beginning with his humble origins, it recounts the hardships he endures before becoming a pillar of the state. Along the way, it weaves in Bao Zheng’s efforts to solve cases and overturn wrongful convictions, as well as Yang Zongbao’s defense of the nation’s borders, vividly portraying loyal officials and great generals such as Di Qing, Bao Zheng, and Yang Zongbao.

Drawing on historical events while taking bold artistic liberties, the novel features a twisting plot and lively storytelling, exemplifying the classic style of Qing dynasty heroic legends. It praises traditional values such as loyalty to the emperor, patriotism, and punishing evil to uphold good, while also reflecting the people’s hopes for and admiration of upright officials and distinguished generals. It is a work with a distinctive folk-literature character.

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