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Jin Yong

Jin Yong

Author Biography & Works

Louis Cha Leung-yung, better known by his pen name Jin Yong, was a Chinese wuxia novelist and co-founder of Hong Kong newspaper Ming Pao. Cha authored 15 novels between 1955 and 1972 and became one of the most popular Chinese writers of all time, with over 100 million copies sold globally—excluding widespread pirated editions. Cha's novels, which have been adapted into numerous TV dramas, films, and video games, are esteemed for their literary quality and universal appeal, resonating with both scholarly and popular audiences.

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Books by Jin Yong

The Book and the Sword

The Book and the Sword

One of the most accomplished and influential Wuxia writers and his stories have been adapted into many movies and television series. This story is a revival of the 18th century...

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