“That you cannot distinguish between the able and the incompetent shows that your eyes are corrupt. Your failure to chant the Odes and the Documents shows that your mouth is corrupt. Your rejection of loyal advice shows that your ears are corrupt. Your ignorance of past and present shows that your whole being is corrupt. Your conflicts with the lords of the realm show that your stomach is corrupt. Your dream of usurpation shows that your mind is corrupt. To make a renowned scholar like me serve as drum master is a poor imitation of the tricks of such villains of old as Yang Huo who slighted Confucius, or Zang Cang who tried to ruin Mencius. Do you think you can hold men in such contempt and still become the leader of the lords of the realm?”
Quote by Luo Guanzhong
Work
This renowned work of historical fiction is set during the Three Kingdoms period of China's history, offering a vivid portrayal of political intrigue, military campaigns, and personal rivalries. The novel is renowned for its intricate plot, complex characters, and rich historical detail, providing a deep insight into the era's social and political dynamics. more
Author
Luo Guanzhong was a renowned Chinese novelist of the Ming Dynasty, known as the 'Novel Saint'. Born in 1330 and died in 1400, Luo Guanzhong is best known for his masterpiece 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms', which depicts the legendary stories of many heroes and heroes in the historical context of the Three Kingdoms period. more
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