Master Tung’s Western Chamber Romance

Discover the enchanting world of Master Tung’s Western Chamber Romance by Li-li Ch'en, published by Columbia University Press in 1994. This captivating twelfth-century masterpiece features 184 prose passages and an impressive 5,263 lines of verse, designed to be narrated and sung by a skilled performer. Dive into this elaborate retelling of the classic T'ang dynasty love story, The Story of Ying-ying, originally crafted by Yuan Chen (779-831). Spanning 238 pages, this book offers a rich exploration of themes in Chinese literature, making it a must-read for enthusiasts of Asian fiction and literary criticism. Perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of classical prose, Master Tung’s Western Chamber Romance invites readers to experience a timeless tale of love and longing.