Which version of 'Dream of the Red Chamber' is the best? (Press) 'Dream of the Red Chamber' had multiple versions of printing and publishing. Different versions might have subtle differences in text, illustrations, and typography. However, the following are some common versions and their characteristics: 1. The Chinese classical novel "Dream of the Red Chamber" by Gao E: This is one of the earliest and most popular versions of "Dream of the Red Chamber." The quality of the paper in this edition was better, the text was neatly arranged, and the illustrations were more detailed. 2. Cheng Weiyuan and Gao E's edition: The edition of 'Dream of the Red Chamber' written by Cheng Weiyuan and Gao E. The paper quality of this edition was poor, but the text and illustrations were clearer, and some notes and explanations were added. 3. Zhiyanzhai's Re-evaluation: Zhiyanzhai of Dream of the Red Chamber is Cao Xueqin's close friend. He re-evaluated the text and plot of the novel and added his own notes and comments. The paper of this edition was rough, but the text and illustrations were exquisite. It was one of the important versions in the study of 'Dream of the Red Chamber'. The above are some of the common versions of 'Dream of the Red Chamber'. You can choose the version that suits you according to your own needs and preferences. It is worth noting that reading a novel is a personal experience. Different readers may have different comments and preferences for the same version. Therefore, it is recommended to compare and explore in many ways to find the most suitable version for yourself.