Name: Theory of Salt and Iron
Author: Chinesehuan Kuan

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9.3Score

71Chapters

Synopsis

"On Salt and Iron" is an unprecedented and wonderful book. It is the only book in the history of Chinese culture that relatively objectively records the debates between those in power and those outside the ruling class on the country's financial, economic, diplomatic, cultural and other major policy issues. It enables us today, more than two thousand years later, not only to understand the politics, economy, military and diplomacy at that time, but also to understand the philosophical basis of political policies within the ruling class.

Reader comments

It is a discussion of world affairs and governance in the ancient context. Those who blindly belittle this book are stupid, those who actively praise this book are stupid, and it is bad to follow the methods of this book to govern contemporary people. Wise people should compare the differences between ancient and modern environments to understand the purpose of various measures in his book, so as to broaden their horizons and enhance their own strategies. When thinking, keep in mind the speaker's position, his purpose, and who he represents.
135 likes2y ago
I like the contrast mentioned in the book between Guan Zhong's use of power to dominate and Ji's emphasis on agriculture and the collapse of the country. It is very enlightening. But I hate characters who only care about profit and ignore the fundamental needs of the people. This book made me think more deeply about national governance and is worth reading.
6 likes2y ago
I have to read it carefully when I have time, and I don't dare to make any judgments.
1 like7mo ago
Chinese studies are profound and profound. I will continue to work hard, read more and read good books...
1 like1y ago
Ancient and modern are connected. The problems that the ancients encountered are the same problems that people today are deeply involved in.
3mo ago
Very good, but some words are not clear in the notes.
1y ago
The coverage is quite broad, and the sentences are gorgeous and rhyming.
1y ago

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