technological innovation
economic prosperity
extraordinary feat
plateau
traverse
vulnerable ecosystem
ecological protection measures
the Chinese mainland 内地
has greatly promoted its economic development and improved the lives of local residents
enjoy the beautiful scenery along the line
The first/second half of the second century二世纪上半叶/下半叶
be depicted in
be romanticized and dramatized to varying degrees
be widely recognized as a literary masterpiece
literature
has continued to captivate readers generation after generation 使...着迷
has exerted a wide and lasting influence on
the most influential of the four classic novels of Chinese literature 中国文学四大经典小说最具影响力的
the monk, accompanied by three attendants(随从)
the novel draws heavily on Chinese folk tales and myths(民间故事和神话素材)
create a variety of lifelike characters and animals (栩栩如生)
main characters/secondary characters
be depicted with distinct personalities(鲜明的个性)
recount 叙述、说明
rise and fall 兴衰
noble 贵族的、高尚的
reflect the hidden crises and intricate social conflicts of feudal society
intricate 错综复杂的,复杂精细的
feudal 封建的
a combination of realism and romanticism
with strong artistic appeal 具有很强的艺术感染力
it is widely regarded as one of the greatest literary creations in the world.
be beloved by
it is no exaggeration to say that 毫不夸张地说