
A turbulent era of fractured kingdoms erupts as rival northern dynasties clash for supremacy. When the mighty Yang forces besiege Jinan, the steadfast General Qin Yi faces an impossible choice: surrender to a relentless enemy or uphold his father's dying oath. His desperate plea to protect his infant son and the priceless family heirloom highlights the human cost of war, while the city’s gates crumble under relentless assault.
Amid the chaos, Qin Yi’s widow finds refuge with a humble household, where their son grows under the shadow of loss and legends of heroic warriors. Meanwhile, the victorious Yang clan consolidates power, birthing a new line of ambitious leaders who reshape the political landscape. Their rise sets the stage for further intrigue, betrayals, and the forging of a dynasty that will echo through history.
Language
zh
Duration
~3 hours (209K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2007-12-11
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

Best known as the traditional author of Romance of the Three Kingdoms, this classic Chinese writer helped shape one of the most influential stories in East Asian literature. Much about his life remains uncertain, which only adds to the legend around his work.
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