楊家將 By: Damu Xiong (16th cent.)
楊家將 by Damu Xiong is a captivating historical fiction novel that delves into the lives of the Yang family members, who were famous generals in ancient China. The author skillfully weaves together elements of warfare, politics, and family dynamics to create a rich and engaging narrative. One of the standout aspects of the book is the meticulous attention to detail in describing the battles and strategies employed by the Yang family. The author's deep knowledge of Chinese history is evident throughout the novel, adding authenticity and depth to the story. The characters are well-developed and complex, each with their own strengths, flaws, and motivations. The relationships between family members are particularly well drawn, providing insight into the bonds that hold the Yang family together in the face of adversity. Overall, 楊家將 is a compelling and well-written novel that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction and Chinese history. Damu Xiong has crafted a gripping tale that brings to life the epic saga of the Yang family, making it a must-read for fans of the genre. First Page: 古文觀止卷一‧鄭伯克段于鄢　　左傳‧隱公元年　初，鄭武公娶于申，曰武姜，生莊公及共叔段。莊公寤生，驚姜氏，故名曰寤生，遂惡之。愛共叔段，欲立之。亟請於武公，公弗許。及莊公即位，為之請制。公曰：「制，巖邑也。虢叔死焉，它邑唯命。」請京，使居之，謂之京城大叔。祭仲曰：「都城過百雉，國之害也。先王之制，大都，不過參國之一；中，五之一；小，九之一。今京不度，非制也，君將不堪。」公曰：「姜氏欲之，焉辟害？」對曰：「姜氏何厭之有？不如早為之所，無使滋蔓。蔓，難圖也。蔓草猶不可除，況君之寵弟乎？」公曰：「多行不義必自斃，子姑待之。」既而大叔命西鄙、北鄙貳於己。公子呂曰：「國不堪貳。君將若之何？欲與大叔，臣請事之。若弗與，則請除之，無生民心。」公曰：「無庸，將自及。」大叔又收貳以為己邑，至于廩延。子封曰：「可矣！厚將得眾。」公曰：「不義不暱，厚將崩。」大叔完聚，繕甲兵，具卒乘，將襲鄭；夫人將啟之。公聞其期曰：「可矣。」命子封帥車二百乘以伐京，京叛大叔段。段入于鄢，公... Continue reading book >>

楊家將 By: Damu Xiong (16th cent.)

楊家將 by Damu Xiong is a captivating historical fiction novel that delves into the lives of the Yang family members, who were famous generals in ancient China. The author skillfully weaves together elements of warfare, politics, and family dynamics to create a rich and engaging narrative.

One of the standout aspects of the book is the meticulous attention to detail in describing the battles and strategies employed by the Yang family. The author's deep knowledge of Chinese history is evident throughout the novel, adding authenticity and depth to the story.

The characters are well-developed and complex, each with their own strengths, flaws, and motivations. The relationships between family members are particularly well drawn, providing insight into the bonds that hold the Yang family together in the face of adversity.

Overall, 楊家將 is a compelling and well-written novel that will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction and Chinese history. Damu Xiong has crafted a gripping tale that brings to life the epic saga of the Yang family, making it a must-read for fans of the genre.

First Page:

古文觀止

卷一‧鄭伯克段于鄢　　左傳‧隱公元年　

初，鄭武公娶于申，曰武姜，生莊公及共叔段。莊公寤生，驚姜氏，故名曰寤生，遂惡之。愛共叔段，欲立之。亟請於武公，公弗許。

及莊公即位，為之請制。公曰：「制，巖邑也。虢叔死焉，它邑唯命。」請京，使居之，謂之京城大叔。

祭仲曰：「都城過百雉，國之害也。先王之制，大都，不過參國之一；中，五之一；小，九之一。今京不度，非制也，君將不堪。」公曰：「姜氏欲之，焉辟害？」對曰：「姜氏何厭之有？不如早為之所，無使滋蔓。蔓，難圖也。蔓草猶不可除，況君之寵弟乎？」公曰：「多行不義必自斃，子姑待之。」

既而大叔命西鄙、北鄙貳於己。公子呂曰：「國不堪貳。君將若之何？欲與大叔，臣請事之。若弗與，則請除之，無生民心。」公曰：「無庸，將自及。」大叔又收貳以為己邑，至于廩延。子封曰：「可矣！厚將得眾。」公曰：「不義不暱，厚將崩。」

大叔完聚，繕甲兵，具卒乘，將襲鄭；夫人將啟之。公聞其期曰：「可矣。」命子封帥車二百乘以伐京，京叛大叔段。段入于鄢，公... Continue reading book >>

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