Translated in full for the first time, this second volume immerses readers in the power and drama of the electrifying classic Chinese novel.  Lord Wen of Jin brings some temporary stability to the political scene when he returns after many years in exile. However, the grants of land and office to his longstanding supporters make them too powerful for his successors to control. Just as the Zhou aristocrats seize power from their king, a bitter struggle begins as ministers seek to impose their authority on their lords.   One of the great works of Chinese literature, Kingdoms in Peril is...

Translated in full for the first time, this second volume immerses readers in the power and drama of the electrifying classic Chinese novel.  Lord Wen of Jin brings some temporary stability to the political scene when he returns after many years in exile. However, the grants of land and office to his longstanding supporters make them too powerful for his successors to control. Just as the Zhou aristocrats seize power from their king, a bitter struggle begins as ministers seek to impose their authority on their lords.   One of the great works of Chinese literature, Kingdoms in Peril is...

Translated in full for the first time, this third volume immerses readers in the power and drama of the electrifying classic Chinese novel.  The three great southern states of Chu, Wu, and Yue are locked in conflict, and their kings feel a hatred for each other that transcends all bounds. Cruel humiliations are imposed on the vanquished each time a battle is lost, while vicious scheming and internecine manipulation destroy many lives. The balance of power is threatened—but there can only be one victor.   One of the great works of Chinese literature, Kingdoms in Peril is an epic...

Translated in full for the first time, this third volume immerses readers in the power and drama of the electrifying classic Chinese novel.  The three great southern states of Chu, Wu, and Yue are locked in conflict, and their kings feel a hatred for each other that transcends all bounds. Cruel humiliations are imposed on the vanquished each time a battle is lost, while vicious scheming and internecine manipulation destroy many lives. The balance of power is threatened—but there can only be one victor.   One of the great works of Chinese literature, Kingdoms in Peril is an epic...

Translated in full for the first time, this fourth volume immerses readers in the power and drama of the electrifying classic Chinese novel.  Many centuries of violence have forged a new political order, and seven great warring kingdoms are now established. However, old loyalties persist, and brave men are still determined to avenge their former lords. Even as their world consigns them to the past, a handful of assassins still seek to rewrite history.   One of the great works of Chinese literature, Kingdoms in Peril is an epic historical novel charting the five hundred years leading...

Translated in full for the first time, this fourth volume immerses readers in the power and drama of the electrifying classic Chinese novel.  Many centuries of violence have forged a new political order, and seven great warring kingdoms are now established. However, old loyalties persist, and brave men are still determined to avenge their former lords. Even as their world consigns them to the past, a handful of assassins still seek to rewrite history.   One of the great works of Chinese literature, Kingdoms in Peril is an epic historical novel charting the five hundred years leading...