The Four Great Classics

The Four Great Classics are four timeless Chinese literary works that have shaped Chinese culture and philosophy. They are: *Dream of the Red Chamber*, a detailed family saga exploring love, society, and destiny; *Journey to the West*, an adventurous tale of a monk and mythical figures seeking sacred scriptures; *Water Margin*, depicting rebellious heroes fighting injustice; and *Romance of the Three Kingdoms*, a historical epic about loyalty, strategy, and power struggles during China’s turbulent redemptive era. Together, they offer profound insights into human nature, morality, and society.