Chinese Literature

[close] Book club started by Goodreads employees for anyone who wants to read and discuss Chinese literature, including the The Four Great Classical Novels. This is an English language group.

[close] This group is for anyone interested in Chinese literature—whether you’re reading in Chinese or in translation. We explore: • 📖 Chinese literature (classics, modern, and contemporary) • 🌏 Works about China written in English or translated into English • 🔤 Optional: language learning through reading for those studying Chinese The focus is on literature first—stories, novels, and essays that reflect Chinese culture, history, and everyday life. You don’t need to know Chinese to join. Beginners, advanced learners, and general readers are all welcome. Whether you’re reading in the original language or discovering Chinese stories through translation, this group is about understanding China through books.

[close] We read and discuss fiction that raises social consciousness with regards to race/ethnicity. We also use non-fiction works as a supplement to expand our understanding of the topics touched on in the novel we're discussing. You don't have to be "woke" to join the group, but all members should be willing to read and respectfully discuss the (sometimes touchy) topics at hand with the aim of greater understanding.

[close] Questions and answers about The Battle of Chibi, a translation and selection from The Romance of the Three Kingdoms ... a classic about 3C China, published in 15C China and very influential in East Asia.