The Dream of the Red Chamber by Cáo Xuěqín

The Dream of the Red Chamber

Story of the Stone #1-5

Cáo Xuěqín with H. Bencraft Joly (Translator)

966 pages first pub 1791 (editions)

fiction classics adventurous challenging informative slow-paced

Description

The Dream of the Red Chamber is one of the "Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese Literature." It is renowned for its huge scope, large cast of characters and telling observations on the life and social structures of 18th century China and is con...

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Community Reviews Summary of 44 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
challenging 60%
emotional 60%
mysterious 40%
adventurous 20%
informative 20%
inspiring 20%
relaxing 20%
sad 20%
tense 20%

Pace

slow 60%
medium 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | Yes: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 33%

Average rating

3.8

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