Ming Pao (Original Publisher)

Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils, a renowned Chinese novel by Jin Yong, captivated readers when it was serialized from 1963 to 1966. This epic tale delves into the intricate relationships among characters from diverse kingdoms and sects, exploring the deep-seated connections that influence their struggles on personal, familial, societal, ethnic, and national levels. Through the adventures of…

Fox Volant of the Snowy Mountain, also known as Flying Fox of Snowy Mountain, is a wuxia novel by Jin Yong (Louis Cha) first serialised in Hong Kong in 1959. With only 10 chapters, it stands out among Jin Yong's works for its brevity. The novel's chapters are numbered, a departure from Jin Yong's usual…

The Smiling Proud Wanderer, also known as Xiao Ao Jiang Hu, is a captivating wuxia novel by Jin Yong filled with themes of friendship, love, deception, and ambition. The story follows Linghu Chong, a skilled swordsman under the tutelage of Yue Buqun, as he navigates the intricate martial world, encountering betrayals and power struggles. Central…

Sword of the Yue Maiden, also known as 越女剑, is a Chinese short story written by Jin Yong in 1970. It tells the tale of the mysterious Yue Maiden during the Spring and Autumn Period, a time of conflict between the Kingdoms of Wu and Yue. The story revolves around the legendary swordswoman Yuenü, whose…

The Deer and the Cauldron, also known as The Duke of Mount Deer, is a renowned Chinese novel by Jin Yong (Louis Cha) that defies traditional wuxia conventions. Published as a serial in Hong Kong from 1969 to 1972, this work introduces the antihero Wei Xiaobao, a character who relies on intelligence rather than martial…

The Heaven Sword and the Dragon Sabre, also known as 倚天屠龍記 and 倚天屠龙记, is a classic Chinese novel serialized by Jin Yong from 1961 to 1963. Part of the Condor Trilogy, the story follows Zhang Wuji, a protagonist of mixed heritage, as he navigates the treacherous martial arts world in search of the legendary Heaven…

The Return of the Condor Heroes, also known as 神鵰俠侶, is a Chinese novel by Jin Yong that was serialized in newspapers from May 20, 1959, to July 5, 1961. This book is part of the Condor Trilogy and has undergone two revisions, with the second edition released in May 1976 and the third edition…

White Horse Neighing in the West Wind is a captivating Chinese novel by Jin Yong that first debuted in 1961. The story follows Li Wenxiu, a young Han Chinese girl who embarks on a tumultuous journey after losing her parents. Filled with themes of love, betrayal, and martial arts, the narrative unfolds in the backdrop…

Ode to Gallantry, also known as 侠客行 (俠客行), is a captivating wuxia novel penned by the legendary Jin Yong (Louis Cha). Originally published in Hong Kong from June 1966 to April 1967 in the esteemed newspaper Ming Pao, this novel weaves a tale filled with historical intrigue and martial arts prowess. Drawing inspiration from a…

Ode to Gallantry, also known as 侠客行 or 俠客行, is a captivating wuxia novel penned by the renowned Jin Yong (Louis Cha). Originally published in Hong Kong from June 1966 to April 1967 in Ming Pao, this literary masterpiece immerses readers in a world of historical intrigue and martial arts prowess. Drawing inspiration from a…