Becoming Monkey King - by Shouhua Qi (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Rediscover Journey to the West through the eyes of Sun Wukong, the legendary Monkey King. With his fiery sense of justice, sharp wit, and awe-inspiring magic, Wukong's story leaps off the page in this bold new retelling of the timeless classic, bringing to life his battles against demons, his unspoken struggles, and the intricate bond he shares with his Buddhist monk master, Xuanzang. With just 22 chapters and under 80,000 words, it captures the essence of the world masterpiece and recounts the perilous fantasy adventure at breakneck pace. Each chapter is accompanied by vibrant full-color illustrations of the story's most gripping moments to enrich the reading experience. Becoming Monkey King is more than a retelling--it's an invitation to step into Monkey King's world and experience the hero's journey firsthand, his travails, growth, and redemption. It's a tale that will stay with you long after the final page. Fasten your seatbelts!

About the Author

Shouhua Qi is the author of more than 20 books, including fiction, nonfiction, literary translation and scholarly monographs. He is an emeritus professor of English at Western Connecticut State University and adjunct professor of English and Comparative Literature at San Diego State University. (Website: https: //sites.wcsu.edu/qis/). Jin Zhanghan graduated from University of the Arts London in the Illustration Department of Camberwell College. He also received his master's degree in illustration from the University of the Creative Arts with excellent academic achievement.