Teaser: Dream of the Red Chamber Part 1

Episode 16 September 29, 2024 00:38:47
Teaser: Dream of the Red Chamber Part 1
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Teaser: Dream of the Red Chamber Part 1

Sep 29 2024 | 00:38:47

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Show Notes

In this extended teaser, we share the first three of seven "chapters" discussing one of the foremost Chinese classical novels, Dream of the Red Chamber by Cao Xueqin. With over 400 characters, the novel details everyday life in the Qing dynasty as well as some of the most extraordinary scenes put to paper.

It's our longest episode ever. Hear the complete version on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84429384

 

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