Which version of Dream of the Red Chamber should I read?

I want to buy a copy of Dream of the Red Chamber to read carefully (I have never read Dream of the Red Chamber before). Many of the books on Taobao have been edited in modern language. What is the difference between the ancient vernacular and the modern language? Will the editing in modern language affect the quality of the original?

Answer 1

Dream of the Red Chamber is a classic Chinese novel with many different versions to choose from. Here are a few popular versions:

1. The Chinese classical novel, Dream of the Red Chamber: This is the most popular version and one of the most classic versions. The popular version had a high level of writing, plot, and character creation. It was an important material for reading and studying the Dream of the Red Chamber.

2. Taiwan's Classic Version of the Dream of the Red Chamber: The Taiwan Classic Version of the Dream of the Red Chamber is one of the most popular versions of the Dream of the Red Chamber for Taiwan readers. This edition had a high standard in terms of text style, typography, and illustrations, and was deeply loved by readers.

3. The Chinese version of the world literary masterpiece, Dream of the Red Chamber: This version is an English translation suitable for readers who have a basic understanding of English. This version of the translation is accurate and fluent, suitable for beginner and advanced readers.

No matter which version you choose, you should choose a formal and authoritative version to ensure a smooth reading and correct understanding.