The Four Great Classical Novels of China are the classic works of classical Chinese novels, four great monuments in the history of Chinese literature and a precious cultural heritage of the world. A Dream of Red Mansions, considered the best among them, is a human interest novel with worldwide influence, an encyclopedia of Chinese feudal society, and a masterpiece of traditional culture. This course will explore the classic scene of “Baoyu being beaten” in A Dream of Red Mansions and introduce Chinese lovers to traditional Chinese history and the culture of “filial piety” embedded in the story.