{"product_id":"journey-to-the-west-volume-1-hardcover","title":"Journey to the West: Volume 1 - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eWu Cheng'en\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eAutri Books\u003c\/b\u003e (Adapted by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJourney to the West: Volume 1\u003c\/em\u003e introduces readers to the extraordinary world of one of China's greatest literary classics. Covering Chapters 1 through 25, this volume focuses on the origins of the Monkey King, Sun Wukong, and the early events that set the stage for the legendary pilgrimage.\u003c\/p\u003eFrom his miraculous birth atop the Mountain of Flowers and Fruit to his self-taught mastery of martial arts, magic, and the 72 transformations, Sun Wukong's adventures are a thrilling blend of humor, imagination, and supernatural wonder. Along the way, the story introduces the celestial realms, divine bureaucracies, and the tension between heaven and earth, all while satirizing the foibles of gods and officials alike.Volume 1 also sets the spiritual and moral framework of the novel. Sun Wukong's rebellious nature and unbridled power bring him into conflict with both mortals and immortals, offering readers early lessons in discipline, responsibility, and the consequences of unchecked desire. Wu Cheng'en's rich storytelling, filled with colorful characters, epic battles, and witty commentary, establishes the foundation for the larger pilgrimage that follows.This first volume immerses readers in a world of magic, adventure, and allegory, making it clear why \u003cem\u003eJourney to the West\u003c\/em\u003e has captivated generations. It is not only the tale of a mischievous and brilliant monkey but also the opening chapter of a spiritual journey that explores the eternal struggle between freedom and restraint, chaos and order.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.75 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 21, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47029807808651,"sku":"9798349569579","price":71.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/2579\/7259\/files\/3OGIKejq-e9798349569579.webp?v=1779360419","url":"https:\/\/thetaletrade.com\/products\/journey-to-the-west-volume-1-hardcover","provider":"The Tale Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}