Sword Stained with Royal Blood
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1956
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China
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Sword Stained with Royal Blood, also known as 碧血劍, is a classic Chinese novel first published in serial form in the Hong Kong Commercial Daily in 1956. Set in the late Ming dynasty, the story follows Yuan Chengzhi, the son of a wrongly executed military general, as he navigates a world of patriotism, intrigue, and martial arts. With its historical backdrop, romantic elements, and captivating martial arts scenes, this wuxia masterpiece by Jin Yong continues to captivate readers worldwide. Characters from this novel also make appearances in Jin Yong's other works, adding depth and connection to his literary universe.
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It was first serialised in the Hong Kong newspaper Hong Kong Commercial Daily between 1 January 1956 and 31 December 1956. The book has three editions. Some characters from the novel play minor roles or are simply mentioned by name in The Deer and the Cauldron, another of Jin Yong’s works.
The novel is set in the late Ming dynasty. The protagonist, Yuan Chengzhi, is the son of Yuan Chonghuan, a patriotic military general who was wrongly put to death by the Chongzhen Emperor.
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