Journey to the West
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Journey to the West
Wu Cheng'en
5 people recommended it in 3 threads, 2019–2025.
What people on Hacker News said
Moby Dick and Journey to the West were probably the most sheer enjoyment I got out of books
In its book form this story is basically unknown in the English-speaking world despite being considered one of four literary classics in Asia.
And the 70s TV show that was based on this story was very faithful to the source material, particularly the humour.
Even among the Four Great Classical Novels it has huge lasting influence
Where it comes up
- Ask HN: What are the best unknown books you have read? 2020 · 3 recommendations
- The Mensa Reading List for Grades 9-12 2025 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Best books you read in the past decade? 2019 · 1 recommendation