The Guandong Saga is a classic, long-form historical novel series written in the traditional episodic style by Liaoning author Yang Daqun. It is not a single book, but a sweeping series spanning the late Qing dynasty through the victory in the War of Resistance. It is well worth reading.
The story begins with the feuds among three families in Caotoutun, Fengtian Province, then offers a panoramic portrayal of major historical events from the late Qing dynasty through the victory in the Northeast China War of Resistance in 1945.
The complete series consists of 10 volumes, including Caotoutun Feuds (the story of Zhang Zuolin's rise), The Northeastern Warlord Family (the Huanggutun Incident and the Young Marshal's administration), Storm over September 18, The Rise of the Volunteer Armies, and The August 15 Liberation, among others.
