A new translation and abridgement of one of the four classical Chinese
novels - an epic story of warring factions in the era of China's Han
dynasty
Written more than six centuries ago and still read by millions
throughtout Asia today, The Romance of Three Kingdoms is an epic
Chinese novel set during the Han dynasty that dramatizes the lives of
feudal lords and their retainers, recounting their personal and military
battles, intrigues, and struggles to achieve dominance for almost 100
years. Part historical record and part legend, the novel covers the
turbulent final years of the Han dynasty when China broke into three
competing kingdoms, and delves into the politics of war, power, and
diplomacy, causing it to be viewed not just as a great work of
literature, but also as a guide for success in business and leadership.
The most famous historical novel in China, it has inspired countless
adaptations worldwide and remains one of the most beloved works of East
Asian literature.