Three Kingdoms books in order

The Three Kingdoms by Luo Guanzhong in reading order, the classic Chinese historical novel in multiple volumes and translations.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Sacred Oath - Luo Guanzhong Buy
2 Kingdom of Ruin 2018 Luo Guanzhong N/A
3 The Sleeping Dragon - Luo Guanzhong Buy
4 The Three Kingdoms, Volume 2: The Sleeping Dragon 1360 Luo Guanzhong N/A
5 Welcome The Tiger - Luo Guanzhong Buy
6 The Three Kingdoms, Volume 3: Welcome The Tiger 1360 Luo Guanzhong N/A

Romance of the Three Kingdoms is one of the longest and most complex novels in world literature, spanning decades of Chinese history during the fall of the Han Dynasty. The story follows the formation and rivalry of three kingdoms — Wei, Shu, and Wu — and the leaders, strategists, and warriors who shaped the era.

Various editions and translations divide the work differently. The three-volume English edition — The Sacred Oath, The Sleeping Dragon, and Welcome The Tiger — offers one accessible way to approach this sweeping historical epic.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Three Kingdoms series?

There are six books in the Three Kingdoms series, published between 1360 and 2018.

What is the first book in the Three Kingdoms series?

The first book in the Three Kingdoms series is The Sacred Oath.

How should I read Romance of the Three Kingdoms?

The novel is available in various translations and editions. The most common English translations divide the work into multiple volumes. The three-volume edition (The Sacred Oath, The Sleeping Dragon, Welcome The Tiger) provides a readable division of the epic narrative.

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