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Jin Yong and the Wuxia genre. Laszlo chats with author Alice Poon
The China History Podcast
Jin Yong's Wu Xian Novels: A Global Cultural Phenomenon
Explore the widespread influence of Jin Yong's Wu Xian novels on Chinese-speaking communities worldwide, with adaptations across various media forms. Understand the appeal of Jin Yong's work through its martial arts creativity, intricate character relationships, and historical integration, providing an escape into a fantasy realm of heroism. Discover the challenges and efforts in translating Jin Yong's novels into English, and the potential for promoting the Wuxia genre to a broader, non-Chinese audience through upcoming adaptations and media platforms.
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