The reading order generally follows the sequence in which the novels were published. Start with the first one and progress through them in order of release.
Look for the publication dates on the books and read them in that order.
I'm not entirely sure which specific 'chung kuo first novel' you are referring to. It could potentially be very significant as the first novel in a particular cultural or literary context within 'chung kuo' (presumably China). It might have introduced new narrative styles, themes, or ways of expressing ideas that influenced subsequent works.
I'm not aware of specific studies just based on the term 'chung kuo first novel'. However, you could start by looking into general Chinese literature studies. Universities often have courses and research materials on the history of Chinese novels, and there might be mentions of the earliest novels within those resources.
It depends. Some of David Price's novels are standalone and can be read independently. But for series, it's often better to read them in order to fully understand the character development and plot arcs.
Cang Yue's novel could be read in the order of the novel's narrative. This would allow one to better understand the story and character development. The following are some recommendations for Cang Yue's novels: 1. Mirror series: including Mirror: Army Destroyer, Mirror: Red Cloud, Mirror: Vientiane, etc. 2. The Tingxue Lou series, including Tingxue, Tingyu, Tinghan, etc. 3 " Seven Nights of Snow ": It tells the story of the protagonist Ye Fei's survival in troubled times. 4. The " Flower Mirror " series, including " Flower Mirror,"" Flower Language,"" Flower Goblin," etc. 5 " Border Town ": It tells the life and love of the protagonist Cuiwei in the border town. 6. Feather series, including Feather: Gathering and Dispersing, Feather: Fantasy, Feather: Return, etc. 7." Lord Snow Eagle ": The story of the adventures and growth of the protagonist Ye Han in the new world. These are some of Cang Yue's main series and works. You can choose the reading order that suits you according to your interests and reading needs.
Wen Ruian's novel reading order can be adjusted according to personal preference, but generally speaking, you can read his novels in the following order: 1. The Four Famous Hunters series: Including The Four Famous Hunters Meet in the Capital, The Four Famous Hunters Shock the East, The Four Famous Hunters Fight Zombies, etc. It is one of Wen Rui An's most famous series of novels, which tells the story of four espers. [2]" Tianya Mingyue Saber ": It narrates the protagonist Ye Kai's struggle in Jianghu and his emotional entanglements with some important people. The novel was regarded as one of Wen Rui 'an's representative works. 3 " New Meteor Butterfly Sword ": It tells the story of the protagonist Chen Yihan and Yan Qi in Jianghu, which involves many topics about love and friendship. 4. NFA series: including NFA:NFA, NFA: First Mission, etc., which tells the story of a professional criminal organization. The protagonist became a senior member of the organization through his own tireless efforts. [5. Devil's Sky Story: It tells the story of the protagonist, Bai Yunfeng's struggle in Jianghu and his emotional entanglements with some important people.] The novel touches on some religious and philosophical topics. 6 " Tenderhearted Chivalrous Bones ": It tells the story of the protagonist Lin Pingzhi in Jianghu. He experienced many setbacks and tribulations, but finally became a hero through his courage and wisdom. The above are some of Wen Ruian's representative works and reading order, but please note that this is only a general suggestion. You can adjust it according to your own preferences and reading needs.
The story order of Jin Yong's novels can be read in the following ways: The Legend of the Condor Heroes: The love story of Guo Jing and Huang Rong and their political struggle with the Mongolian prince Wanyan Honglie. 2. The Return of the Condor Heroes: The love story between Yang Guo and Xiao Longnu, as well as their friendship and grudges with Guo Jing and Huang Rong. " Eight Dragons ": It narrates the struggles between the major martial arts sects in the Northern Song Dynasty and the growth of the young Yang Guo. [4]" Smiling Proud in Jianghu ": With the Huashan Sect as the background, it narrates the disputes between the Five Mountain Sword Sects, the grudges in Jianghu, and the growth of the young Linghu Chong. 5.<< Blue Blood Sword >>: It narrates the struggles between the various sects in the Jianghu at the end of the Ming Dynasty and the growth of the young Yuan Chengzhi. [6. The Deer and the Cauldron: It tells the story of the struggles between the various sects in the Jianghu during the Qing Dynasty and Wei Xiaobao's Jianghu life.]
Cang Yue's novel could be read in the order of the story's development. This would allow one to better understand the storyline and the development of the characters. The following is the main story and reading order of Cang Yue's novel: 1. Mirror Series: The three books, Mirror: Twin Cities, Mirror: Army Destroyer, and Mirror: Truth Seeker, tell the story of a fictional world. 2.<< Reminiscing on the Ancient Times at Nizhu >>: This is a collection of essays by Cang Yue, which tells about her exploration and thoughts on ancient Chinese mythology and history. 3 " Long Song ": This is a fantasy novel by Cang Yue. It tells the story of a young man's growth and his struggle with mysterious powers. 4. Feather series: including Feather Chapter 1, Feather Chapter 2, and Feather Part 3, which tells the story of a fictional world and also explore the fate and self-redemption of human beings. 5." Manjusaka ": This is a fantasy novel by Cang Yue. It tells the legendary story of a woman and is also the continuation of the " Mirror " series. 6 " Seven Nights of Snow ": This is a fantasy novel by Cang Yue. It tells the story of a woman's struggle against a mysterious power and her self-redemption. 7." Tomorrow and When Will I See This Darling ": This was a collection of Cang Yue's essays that described her thoughts on life and love. 8 " Border Town ": This is a fantasy novel by Cang Yue. It tells the story of a man's adventure and his struggle with mysterious forces. The above are the main stories and reading order of Cang Yue's novels. You can read them according to your own interests and needs.
The order of reading Jin Yong's novels can be read according to the time of the story, so that you can better understand the plot and characters in the novel. Generally speaking, the reading order of Jin Yong's novels could be as follows: Legend of the Condor Heroes Condor Heroes 3rd Division Laughing Proudly in Jianghu 5 Blood Sword 6 Mandarin Duck Knife White Horse Howling in the West Wind 8 Vigilante The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre The Deer and the Cauldron These novels were arranged in a temporal order to better understand the creative background and historical background of Jin Yong's novels, as well as the relationship between the various characters in the novels. At the same time, reading these novels could also better understand the martial arts and worldview in Jin Yong's novels.
The order of the stories in Jin Yong's novels can vary according to the version and translation, but generally speaking, they can be read in the following order: Book and Sword: As the beginning of Jin Yong's novel, it described the grudges between Jin Yong's family and the major sects in Jianghu. 2. The Return of the Condor Heroes: It described the love story of Guo Jing and Huang Rong, as well as their grievances and entanglements with various characters in the Jianghu. It was a classic work in Jin Yong's novels. 3." Smiling Proud Jianghu ": It tells the story of the swordsman Linghu Chong in Jianghu, including his grudges with Lin Pingzhi, Yue Buqun, Ren Yingying and others. 4.<< Blue Blood Sword >>: The story of Yuan Chengzhi as the main story tells the struggles and conspiracies between the various sects in the Jianghu, as well as his love story with the green-robed swordsman, Li Mochou. 5. The Heaven Sword and Dragon Sabre: It tells the story of Zhang Wuji in the martial arts world, including his grievances with Zhou Zhiruo, Zhao Min, Zhang Sanfeng, and the others, as well as his struggles with the Ming Cult and other sects. 6. The Deer and the Cauldron: The story of Wei Xiaobao in the Qing Dynasty, including the grudges between him and the martial arts figures of various sects, and how he became a big bureaucrat in the Qing Dynasty. These are the main plots of Jin Yong's novels. You can choose different versions of the novel according to your preferences and reading needs.