The Prequel to the Chinese Empire: The Hegemony of the Spring and Autumn Period
中华帝国前传之春秋争霸
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- 215k Words
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- Historical
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There is no better way to win the victory of yangmou. "Zuo Zhuan" is enough. Especially in the context of the current comprehensive game between China and the United States, we should learn from the conspiracy wisdom of our ancestors. If the strategy in "The Art of War" is the highest principle and the highest wisdom, then the struggle between vassal states discussed in this book is a specific example of this strategy. "The Art of War" was born in the Spring and Autumn Period, which is almost a historical necessity.
The author uses novel-like vivid writing to describe the ups and downs of the struggle between princes, and even those with no basic knowledge can easily immerse themselves in it. This set of designs makes the heavy history as easy as watching a drama. After reading it, I can't help but sigh: It turns out that the history of the Spring and Autumn Period can be so interesting and easy to understand!
The author knows a lot about the stories of ancient Chinese conquests and strategies. It makes people addicted at first glance and is suitable for people of all levels to read. A history novice like me should give it a second try!
The author uses vivid writing methods to reconstruct the struggle for hegemony and the collision of wisdom among the princes in the Spring and Autumn Period. He injects narrative charm into the rigorous historical facts and truly achieves the perfect unity of knowledge and readability. It is an excellent historical enlightenment work that is both educational and entertaining.
I like the catalog of idioms and allusions in the last chapter the most. The title "Crown Pearl" is just right. I can easily understand those familiar allusions and it is very impressive. It is worth reading again!
The explanation is very accurate, and the historical facts are also relatively detailed. It is rare to see such an author who carefully studied the era and society at that time, and returned to his true nature!
I was attracted by the preface and read a few pages of the text. I found it relaxed, interesting and down-to-earth, so I considered continuing reading.
The writing is simple and well summarized, and the thoughtful phonetic notation and noun explanations are more suitable for a history novice like me [laughing]
Based on classics such as "Zuo Zhuan" and "Historical Records", the author focuses on the institutional changes and power games during the Zhou and Qin Dynasties. It not only restores the magnificent picture of the feudal princes, but also reveals the evolution trajectory of China's orthodox lineage. It can be called a solid work on historical themes.
This book is based on classics such as "Zuo Zhuan" and "Historical Records", and narrates the history of the two hundred years of struggle for hegemony in the Spring and Autumn Period. The author focuses on the vying for power among the heroes, and outlines the institutional changes and the changes between Zhou and Qin in a story-like way. He not only respects the historical orthodoxy, but also vividly reproduces the epic picture of the overlords rewriting the era. It is a hearty read.