Dream of the Red Chamber
The Story of the Stone
Book • 1761
The novel is a vivid recreation of an illustrious family at its height and its subsequent downfall.
It explores the lives of over 400 characters, including Jia Baoyu, Lin Daiyu, and Xue Baochai, and delves into themes such as romantic love, the transitoriness of earthly material values, and the critique of feudalism.
The novel is known for its detailed descriptions of Chinese material culture, including medicine, cuisine, tea culture, and various artistic and philosophical aspects.
The first 80 chapters were written by Cao Xueqin, while the last 40 chapters were added by Gao E and Cheng Weiyuan.
It explores the lives of over 400 characters, including Jia Baoyu, Lin Daiyu, and Xue Baochai, and delves into themes such as romantic love, the transitoriness of earthly material values, and the critique of feudalism.
The novel is known for its detailed descriptions of Chinese material culture, including medicine, cuisine, tea culture, and various artistic and philosophical aspects.
The first 80 chapters were written by Cao Xueqin, while the last 40 chapters were added by Gao E and Cheng Weiyuan.
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