Laugher and Tears (English and Chinese Edition) - Softcover

Ben Wang

Softcover

ISBN 10: 7119057294 ISBN 13: 9787119057293

Publisher: Foreign Language Press, 2009

Synopsis

With a history of more than 500 years, Chinese Kunqu drama ruled as the dominant form of classical theater during the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911), and is considered to be the zenith of Chinese classical theater. This fascinating book, presented in both English and Chinese, highlights 26 acts drawn from 9 beloved Kunqu plays, including The Jade Pin, The Peony Pavilion, The Palace of Eternal Youth, and others. Kunqu today stands as a towering influence on drama and music. This book will be of great interest to anyone who is a fan of Kunqu drama, as well as Chinese language learners who wish to explore additional cultural source material.

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From the Back Cover

This selectin of 26 translated highlight acts from 9 outstanding Kunqu plays is presented.

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About this edition

• Publisher: Foreign Language Press
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 7119057294
• ISBN 13: 9787119057293
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 418