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Audio Books: Collection of Chinese Classic
Novels
Journey to the West
https://stateofmankind.net/Journeytothewest.html
One of most popular Chinese Classical Novels, written 500 years ago. It depicts
an epic spiritual and physical pilgrimage, by 5 Buddha’s Disciples, that lasted
14 years, covered thousands of miles, endured 81 tribulations and finally
reached divine enlightenment. From the origin of the Universe to the planning
and undertaking of the jouney to the climax ending, the novel presents a
holistic panoramic view of the Chinese civilization.
Romance of the Three Kingdoms
https://mp3mp4pdf.net/Romanceofthe3kingdoms.html
One of the most celebrated Chinese Classical Novels, written by Luo Guanzhong,
600 years ago. It rolls out an unique era in history when China was torn apart
into three warring kingdoms. The novel is famous for its depictions of the three
Peach Garden Sworn Brothers’ loyalty, its portrayals of brilliance of the
strategists of the time, such as Zhuge Liang, its meticulous recounts of some of
the most famous military battles in history, such as the Red Cliff Battle, and
its detailed dissects of the strategies that enabled the underdogs in these
battles to upset the corresponding military might.
https://mp3mp4pdf.net/legendofyuefei.html
One of the most popular Chinese Classical Novels. It tells General Yue Fei’s
life story, and his lasting legacy. Yue Fei was the Grand Marshall of Song
Dynasty against the Jurchern Invasion. It can be said that no other historical
figure like Yue Fei evokes so much admiration and sympathy among Chinese people.
Yue Fei’s heroic, patriotic endeavor, his martial art and military prowess, his
brotherly love for his generals and soldiers, his unwavering loyalty to the
country, his filial piety to his family, and his forbearance towards persecution
and execution, all set extraordinary standards for the later generations.
https://mp3mp4pdf.net/iog.html
One of the most popular Chinese Classical Novels, written 500 years ago by Xu
Zhonglin. It sets the Pre-Confucian,Pre-Buddhis scene 3000 years ago between the
warring Shang and Zhou Dynasties and depicts a grand social and celestial
upheaval that contrsts virtue vs vice, love vs lust, loyalty vs betrayal,
righteousness vs corruption, benevolence vs cruelty, humility vs envy, gods vs
demons, and “Mandate of Heaven” vs tyranny.
Romance of Sui and Tang Dynasties
https://mp3mp4pdf.net/rstd.html
One of the most popular Chinese Classical Novels by Chu Renhuo. It is a
fictionalized account of the turbulent transition from the collapse of the Sui
dynasty to the rise of the Tang dynasty. One striking and unique aspect of the
novel is that it tells the stories of the women of the era as much as the men:
different walks of life, various colours and stripes, from loyal wives, to
devoted daughters; from martial women to romantic heroines; from political
manipulators to cunning queens, such as Mulan, Wu Zetian and Yang Guifei and so
on. All had their own stories, the good, the bad and the ugly. The novel
dramatizes how personal ambition, loyalty, love, jealousy, and moral choices,
men and women alike, tangle in karmic cycles and shape history.
https://mp3mp4pdf.net/drc.html
Considered the Pinacle of Chinese Literature this novel is an 18th-century
Chinese masterpiece by Cao Xueqin. It chronicles the rise and fall of the noble
Jia clan, focusing on the tragic love triangle between the idealistic Jia Baoyu
and his cousins Lin Daiyu and Xue Baochai, set against a backdrop of opulence
and eventual familial ruin. The novel presents a thought-provoking view that
wealth, fame, career, and romantic love are dream-like, fleeting, and
“transient”. Only being virtuous can make a difference.
This novel tells Jigong’s life stories – his yuoth,
his cultivation and enlightment, his “ragged and
mad” appearance, his comedian demeanour, and the
miracles he practiced to help the needies, punish
the bullies, uphold justice and restore morality.
The Generals of the Yang Family
https://mp3mp4pdf.net/gyf.html
This Chinese Classic Novel by Xiong Damu is a legendary saga based on the
10th-century Northern Song Dynasty, focusing on a family of loyal
warriors—including Yang Ye, his seven sons, and female generals—who sacrifice
their lives to defend China against the Liao dynasty. Known for supreme loyalty,
they fight against foreign invaders and internal court corruption, spanning
generations of sacrifice, particularly highlighted by the widows who later take
up arms.
The Eight Immortals Travel East or Journey to the East (《东游记》), is a famous
16th-century Chinese mythological novel detailing the adventures of eight Taoist
deities. The most famous story within it is the Immortals’ journey to Penglai
Island, where they famously crossed the East Sea, each using their unique,
enchanted treasures to show their supernatural abilities.
Strange
Tales from a Chinese Studio
https://mp3mp4pdf.net/stcs.html
Selected stories from “Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio”
(also known as Liaozhai Zhiyi) written by Pu Songling in the late 17th to early
18th century. It is considered the pinnacle of classical Chinese fiction for its
elegant prose and masterful blending of the mundane with the magical.
*AI Contribution: Courtesy of Google Notebook LM
*All contents generated from the original Chinese texts
* Unfinished audiobooks will be updated periodically until done
* Other Chinese Classic Novels may be added later on
