The Dream of the Red Chamber (Classic Reprint)

Description: This book plunges us into the opulent and intricate world of 18th-century China, following the intertwined lives of the Chia family, a powerful aristocratic clan. Through the experiences of the young and introspective Pao Yu, we witness the family's gradual decline as internal conflicts and external pressures threaten their once-unassailable position. The narrative weaves together themes of love, loss, family duty, and the fleeting nature of worldly possessions. The author masterfully portrays the inner lives of a diverse cast of characters, from the headstrong and tragic Black Jade to the pragmatic and sensible Precious Clasp. As the story unfolds, we are presented with a nuanced exploration of Confucian, Buddhist, and Taoist philosophies, each offering unique perspectives on the characters' struggles and aspirations. Ultimately, the book's enduring power lies in its poignant examination of the human condition, reminding us that even amidst immense wealth and privilege, true happiness remains elusive and the passage of time spares no one. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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