The Great Drama of History

A sweeping ensemble novel spanning Chinese history, from ancient mythology to the turbulent final years of the Qing dynasty.

Nuwa must first save the people caught in the flood. Shennong wants to save a handful of seeds, but someone asks, "What are we supposed to eat over the next few days?" By the time Emperor Yan gathers the various tribes, fewer and fewer people are willing to follow his orders.

After that come the rise and fall of the Xia and Shang dynasties, the rivalries of the feudal lords, and the rise and fall of empires. Some fight to rule the realm, some protect their family legacy, and others only want to keep their family alive.

The Great Historical Drama draws on legends and historical records, passing the characters' stories from one era to the next and linking them across history. It tells how they came to stand where they are, and what they left behind for those who came after.