A Complete Collection of Stories About Zizhi Tongjian

Zizhi Tongjian is an unprecedented chronological masterpiece organized and compiled by Sima Guang, a famous historian in the Northern Song Dynasty. It was named by Emperor Shenzong of the Song Dynasty because "in view of the past, it is qualified to govern Taoism". "Zizhi Tongjian" records a total of 1,362 years of history from the 23rd year of King Weilie of the Zhou Dynasty (403 BC) to the 6th year of Xiande of Emperor Shizong of the Later Zhou Dynasty (959 AD). It is mainly based on facts, and also includes evaluations of economic, cultural and historical figures. It is broad and profound, and understands the changes of ancient and modern times. It has the reputation of "unprecedented in ancient times with a vast network of riches, a large body of work and a refined mind". It has been favored by rulers and scholars of all ages and regarded it as a must-read book. This book selects more than 200 independent and complete stories that are the most praised in the original work, organizes and compiles them in chronological order, and uses scientific style and innovative form to present this masterpiece of Chinese civilization to readers in an all-round, new perspective and multi-level, striving to reach a new height in terms of authenticity, interest and inspiration. At the same time, the editor also carefully selected more than 200 pictures including photos of historical relics and relics, war diagrams, portraits of emperors and famous officials, and famous paintings of people from past dynasties, to present the richness and splendor of Chinese history to readers more truly, intuitively, and comprehensively.

A great history book can not only help people understand the past, it is like a deep and soothing river. People can take photos in the river and use it as a mirror to understand themselves. And looking at its rushing appearance, people can also use it to predict the future. Reading is not only a process of acquiring knowledge, filling your mind, and cultivating your body and mind, but it is also a process of wonderful spiritual enjoyment. Starting today, use this "Collection of Zizhi Tongjian Stories" as a reading book to start your journey of reading history.

Princess Wencheng entered Tibet. Before reading this edition of Zizhi Tongjian edited by Wen Ruoyu, all I knew about this historical story was a picture of Princess Wencheng entering Tibet in a history textbook. There are only a few words in the textbook that praise the princess's righteousness and praise the decades-long peace brought about by her marriage. After reading this book, I can understand why Princess Wencheng's marriage is of such great significance. The book organizes the battles between China and Tubo in chronological order, large and small, showing us the reality and cruelty of the war, so we can also more deeply understand how hard-won peace the marriage of Princess Wencheng brought to Li Tang.

"The Complete Story of Zizhi Tongjian" is a historical work that records important events and figures in Chinese history in detail and objectively. Its content is rich and comprehensive, its language is concise and clear, and it has important reference value for understanding Chinese history. Both scholars and ordinary readers can gain profound historical enlightenment and thinking from it. Worth reading

In view of the past, he is qualified to govern. This is the most touching sentence after reading the book Zizhi Tongjian. Reading history books can clarify many stories that the ancients experienced. The mistakes they made give us warnings and lessons, and their achievements give us inspiration and ideas. All in all, the literary and historical value of Zizhi Tongjian is destined to his current status. I can really gain a lot of knowledge from these histories! I really have to be grateful for the wisdom of our ancients!

"Zizhi Tongjian" has become an important source of historical stories with its compilation form that combines general biography and chronology. Many important historical figures and their stories are comprehensively and vividly displayed on the basis of fully restoring the facts, which also laid the foundation for the publication of this book. The author extracts the most attractive and valuable stories from "Zi Zhi Tong Jian" and translates them into vernacular form. At the same time, he strives to make the text easy to understand, fresh and smooth, which is very interesting and convenient for readers to read.

A very good book, worth reading.

Very good, a classic book handed down from generation to generation Very good, a classic book handed down from generation to generation. Carefully compiled and concise collection of stories.

Different stories will have different benefits when read at different times. The Chinese textbook when I was studying told the story of returning the jade to Zhao. At that time, looking at the picture in the textbook, I just felt that Lin Xiangru was a very brave man. For the sake of his country and monarch, he went to Qin alone and fought with Qin officials. When reading this book, I not only saw the brave Lin Xiangru, but also the wise and courageous General Lian Po when King Zhao planned to enter Qin. The textbook describes this paragraph in one or two sentences, but this book gives us a new perspective on this story.

It enriches historical knowledge, is very organized, and is worth reading.

I read it carefully and learned a lot of new historical knowledge. I felt that I had made some progress. It is a good book worth recommending.

Deep foundation, extensive blog posts, classic works, passed down from generation to generation

I especially like the historical stories in it, they give me a deeper understanding of the past. Moreover, the pictures in the book are also very beautiful, and when read together with the text, it is more intuitive. I think this book is not only suitable for people who are interested in history, but also for friends who want to understand traditional Chinese culture. All in all, recommended!

Through the major historical events, it tells the principles of political and economic governance of the country, including the political ethics and the governance of the world, which are worthy of study and study.

Taking the past as a guide, we can know the ups and downs. We cannot deny the wisdom of the ancients with the arrogance of modern people.

Historians are all written by people with lofty ideals. Bystanders know clearly, but those who were involved are countless. The winner is people-oriented, the loser is self-proud.

This book is so well written, I will read it again

It is worth recommending to record history and interpret history and politics through classics.

The language is easy to understand and the history is clear. It's worth reading!

A very down-to-earth book!

A good book

Classic book, worth reading.

It is worth reading to sort out historical knowledge and understand historical stories.

It is easy to understand and a very good book. I recommend everyone to read it.

The storyline is colorful and highly readable!

Short and concise, very suitable for understanding history

It's pretty good. Although there are some typos, the overall story is very interesting. Through these stories, you can better understand the historical development.

From ancient times to the present, it is worth seeing. Know the history and cultivate your sentiments.

It vividly describes the splendid history from the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period to the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms. The content is vivid and detailed, as if traveling through ancient dynasties. It makes people linger and benefit a lot.

It's very detailed, but it's not enough. It disappeared in the Northern Song Dynasty.