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The Tale of Kieu: A Bilingual Edition of Nguyen Du's Truyen Kieu,New
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Since its publication in the early nineteenth century, this long narrative poem has stood unchallenged as the supreme masterpiece of Vietnamese literature. Thngs new and absorbingly readable translation (on pages facing the Vietnamese text) is illuminated by notes that give comparative passages from the Chinese novel on which the poem was based, details on Chinese allusions, and literal translations with background information explaining Vietnamese proverbs and folk sayings.
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- Q: What is 'The Tale of Kieu' about? A: 'The Tale of Kieu' is a long narrative poem written by Nguyen Du that is considered a supreme masterpiece of Vietnamese literature. It tells the story of a young woman named Kieu who faces numerous challenges and hardships in her life.
- Q: Who is the author of this bilingual edition? A: This bilingual edition is translated by Huynh Sanh Thong, who provides an accessible and readable translation alongside the original Vietnamese text.
- Q: What are the key features of this edition? A: This revised edition includes facing pages of Vietnamese text and English translation, as well as detailed notes providing background information, comparative passages from the original Chinese novel, and explanations of Vietnamese proverbs and folk sayings.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'The Tale of Kieu' was published on September 10, 1987.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 216 pages.
- Q: What is the binding of this edition? A: This edition is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is brand new.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for beginners in Vietnamese literature? A: Yes, this bilingual edition is suitable for beginners as it provides a readable translation alongside the original text, making it easier for readers to understand and appreciate the poem.
- Q: Does the book provide cultural context? A: Yes, the book includes notes that explain cultural references, allusions, and background information, enriching the reader's understanding of Vietnamese literature and folklore.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of this book? A: Yes, this is a revised edition of 'The Tale of Kieu'.