Li Zongren (1891-1969) was one of the few political leaders and figures in modern Chinese history. He was the military leader of the Guangxi Clan and an important member of the central leadership of the Kuomintang. In April 1948, he served as the first vice president of the National Government. In January 1949, he served as acting president after Chiang Kai-shek resigned from power. In December of the same year, he went to the United States. In 1965, he returned to his roots and issued a statement in Beijing, determined to contribute to the reunification of the motherland. Li Zongren served in the military throughout his life and went through countless wars such as protecting the country, protecting the law, the Northern Expedition, Jiang Gui, the Anti-Japanese War, and the civil war between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party, which directly affected the trend of modern Chinese politics and history. While living in the United States, Li Zongren was invited by Columbia University and under the auspices of the "East Asian Institute·Chinese Oral History Department". In 1958, he began to personally narrate his more than thirty years of military career and the major military events he participated in. The historian Tang Degang compiled and wrote it, and it became "Memoirs of Li Zongren". This book is also one of Tang Degang's personal published works. It is an original history book that requires the most effort, requires the most effort, and encounters the most difficulties. It took more than twenty years from the initial consultation to the publication. "Memoirs of Li Zongren" is a complete record of Li Zongren's extraordinary life career, and it is also the most faithful portrayal of Li's mental journey at each stage of his life. It completely preserves Li Zongren's true face in Chinese history and indirectly reveals many little-known political insider stories or military secrets. It has extremely important reference value for understanding and studying modern Chinese history.
Reader comments
This memoir gave me a deeper understanding of Mr. Li Zongren. He shared his life experiences and political opinions in the book, which made me feel his wisdom and courage. Especially what he said about "there are few chances in life", this sentence is really inspiring. We also need to have such a fighting spirit in the pursuit of love. Don't be afraid of failure and try bravely. This book is not only a historical work, but also a revelation about life. I think it's worth reading!
I saw Mr. Li's military life, but he was also a bit depressed, which made me understand that era and the Guangxi family better. It is indeed a pity that there was no peaceful liberation. His character was indeed somewhat naive, and he had too high expectations for Chiang, the "head of state." There may be some whitewashing in some of the articles, but without losing the general idea, he is more like a "human" than other warlords.
Listening to the narratives of those who have witnessed history, even the words of one family are precious. As the old saying goes, if you listen, you will understand. When you live your life, you cannot let others lead you by the nose. You must make your own judgment. This book is worth reading carefully by history lovers.
It is very good that the author's own personal experience can see the epitome of the living conditions of the people of Yunnan and Guizhou in that era.
This book is Mr. Li Zongren's autobiography. It narrates China's history of nearly fifty years in the 20th century from another perspective. It is refreshing. At the same time, Mr. Li's demeanor as a general is also admired by readers.
This book introduces Mr. Li Zongren's life from childhood to later in detail, giving a deeper understanding of Mr. Li Zongren. Moreover, the preface written by Mr. Li Ao is also of great literary talent and is very captivating.
Very nice to look at. General Lee is a great patriot and military strategist!
The foregoing is true and objective, and the description of youth is vivid and fascinating.
An autobiography is much more truthful than a compilation. The gains and losses of predecessors will be discerned by future generations!
Understand historical facts
By reading this book, many doubts were answered.
It restored that period of true history and gave many readers a clear understanding of the Republic of China.
The writing is smooth and the emotions are sincere.
Authentic, reliable, and thought-provoking.
Refined wording, admiration
Real and objective, realistic description,
Very good and very true
What impressed me most was when he was studying in Lu Xiaoxiao. Mr. Li said that he had no lofty ambitions at that time and just took things as they came. He couldn't even imagine becoming a big shot like Mr. Cai E!
To truly restore the Republic of China, it was not easy for our fathers to conquer the country and defend the country.
China's modern war
It's still relatively real, and in some places it's easy to avoid the important points. But overall, Li Zongren was a revolutionary and a patriot. He is not a pure warlord.
The article was lively and interesting to read, and I also learned many historical facts.
I learned a lot of detailed history, and the images of various historical figures became more three-dimensional in my mind, and it also explained a lot of questions in my mind. Good book.
This memoir gave me a deeper understanding of Mr. Li Zongren. He shared his life experiences and political opinions in the book, which made me feel his wisdom and courage. Especially what he said about "there are few chances in life", this sentence is really inspiring. We also need to have such a fighting spirit in the pursuit of love. Don't be afraid of failure and try bravely. This book is not only a historical work, but also a revelation about life. I think it's worth reading!
I saw Mr. Li's military life, but he was also a bit depressed, which made me understand that era and the Guangxi family better. It is indeed a pity that there was no peaceful liberation. His character was indeed somewhat naive, and he had too high expectations for Chiang, the "head of state." There may be some whitewashing in some of the articles, but without losing the general idea, he is more like a "human" than other warlords.
Listening to the narratives of those who have witnessed history, even the words of one family are precious. As the old saying goes, if you listen, you will understand. When you live your life, you cannot let others lead you by the nose. You must make your own judgment. This book is worth reading carefully by history lovers.
It is very good that the author's own personal experience can see the epitome of the living conditions of the people of Yunnan and Guizhou in that era.
This book is Mr. Li Zongren's autobiography. It narrates China's history of nearly fifty years in the 20th century from another perspective. It is refreshing. At the same time, Mr. Li's demeanor as a general is also admired by readers.
This book introduces Mr. Li Zongren's life from childhood to later in detail, giving a deeper understanding of Mr. Li Zongren. Moreover, the preface written by Mr. Li Ao is also of great literary talent and is very captivating.
Very nice to look at. General Lee is a great patriot and military strategist!
The foregoing is true and objective, and the description of youth is vivid and fascinating.
An autobiography is much more truthful than a compilation. The gains and losses of predecessors will be discerned by future generations!
Understand historical facts
By reading this book, many doubts were answered.
It restored that period of true history and gave many readers a clear understanding of the Republic of China.
The writing is smooth and the emotions are sincere.
Authentic, reliable, and thought-provoking.
Refined wording, admiration
Real and objective, realistic description,
Very good and very true
What impressed me most was when he was studying in Lu Xiaoxiao. Mr. Li said that he had no lofty ambitions at that time and just took things as they came. He couldn't even imagine becoming a big shot like Mr. Cai E!
To truly restore the Republic of China, it was not easy for our fathers to conquer the country and defend the country.
China's modern war
It's still relatively real, and in some places it's easy to avoid the important points. But overall, Li Zongren was a revolutionary and a patriot. He is not a pure warlord.
The article was lively and interesting to read, and I also learned many historical facts.
I learned a lot of detailed history, and the images of various historical figures became more three-dimensional in my mind, and it also explained a lot of questions in my mind. Good book.