万历江湖史诗新作《万历侠影录》正式出版，家国侠义书写晚明风云

近日，长篇历史武侠小说《万历侠影录》正式由团结出版社出版发行。该书为作家卢冠华全新力作，2026年4月完成首版首印，全书共计370千字，16开开本，全方位勾勒万历年间朝堂纷争与江湖侠义交织的宏大历史画卷，为当代历史武侠文学增添一部厚重新作。

Author Lu Guanhua has an impressive background. Born in 1970 in Luanzhou, Hebei, he is a member of the Communist Party of China and holds a PhD from Queen's University Belfast. A Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and a member of writers' associations in both the UK and China, he began his career writing the wuxia novel *The Legend of Yongle: The Jinling Incident*. His interdisciplinary academic perspective and overseas experiences have enabled him to transcend traditional wuxia conventions by integrating meticulous Ming Dynasty historical research and cultural geography into his storytelling, forging a unique creative style.

"Legend of Wanli: The Hidden Hero" is rooted in the authentic historical backdrop of the late Ming Dynasty, with Emperor Wanxi's neglect of governance and factional strife within the imperial court as its narrative foundation. The story weaves together characters from various spheres: civil officials, the Eastern Depot (Dongchang) intelligence network, and diverse martial arts sects. After retiring from his post as Minister of Personnel, Lu Guangzu discovers a secret letter crucial to the nation's fate and entrusts it to constable Tang Qingyun for safe delivery. This journey becomes a thread connecting multiple plotlines—including pirate uprisings, conflicts in the Xiangxi martial world, and the Wulin Heroic Assembly in Yongping Prefecture. Along the way, the protagonist meets Jin Xiaohe, a shamaness, and Yuan Yuan, who travels tirelessly in search of her missing family. Sects such as Qingyin and Jiqu Yanrou make their appearances one after another, revealing that beneath the spectacle of martial arts dominance lies a web of hidden conspiracies orchestrated by powerful forces.

作品打破朝堂与江湖的壁垒，不局限于侠客比武打斗的传统套路，深刻刻画乱世中人的抉择：江湖儿女一面坚守门派侠义本心，一面心系家国安危，在朝堂权谋与江湖恩怨之间艰难取舍。书中原创词作《满江红·琵琶曲》穿插行文，沙场寒霜、山海别离、红颜柔情与边关战乱相融，兼具豪迈风骨与细腻情思，文字氛围感十足。

This book was produced by a distinguished team: Dong Manqiang oversaw the project, Song Huaizhi served as the editor-in-charge, and the cover portrait was designed by Icelandic artist Patrick Szwicky. It was professionally printed and bound by Langfang Haitao Printing Co., Ltd., and is distributed nationwide through Xinhua Bookstores via all sales channels. CIP data is fully registered (Approval No. 2026WU3473), ISBN 978-7-5234-2325-7, with an official price of 98 yuan.

Unlike fictional wuxia novels, "The Wuxia of Wanli" is grounded in meticulous Ming Dynasty historical records, balancing historical authenticity with literary readability. It delivers the passionate spirit of a world where justice prevails and grudges are settled, alongside a profound sense of duty to family and country. Whether you're a fan of historical literature or wuxia fiction, this book offers a vivid glimpse into the turbulent era of the Wanli Dynasty, revealing the unwavering principles and quiet compassion that define the hearts of heroes amidst chaos. The book is now available at major bookstores and online platforms for readers everywhere.