The Journey to the West, Revised Edition, Volume 4

Anthony C. Yu’s translation of the classic Chinese novel, The Journey to the West, offers an accessible and meticulously rendered version of this epic tale from the sixteenth century. The story follows the monk Xuanzang and his supernatural disciples on a perilous pilgrimage to retrieve Buddhist scriptures, blending elements of allegory, satire, and fantasy. With updated notes, a new introduction, and refined translation, this edition makes one of China’s most treasured literary works both engaging and insightful for modern readers.