The History of Emperor Taizu of Song, Too Gruesome to Read Closely

Name: The History of Emperor Taizu of Song, Too Gruesome to Read Closely
Author: Cai Dongfan

不忍细看的宋太祖史

by Cai Dongfan (蔡东藩)

Status: Completed
Length: 82k Words
Genre: Historical
Subgenre: Unknown
Updated: 1y ago
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Did you know? In the long sweep of Chinese history, the Song dynasty is one of those extraordinary dynasties you simply can’t leave out. The History of Song Taizu: Too Wild to Read Closely is a fascinating book that will have you laughing your way through those years of the Song dynasty. From Zhao Kuangyin’s dramatic rise from the start, when he was “cloaked in the yellow robe,” to the tragic end of the Southern Song, emperors, generals, ministers, and famous scholars spring vividly to life, as if telling you stories of their adventures in the world of the jianghu. Here, you’ll witness the clever ploy of “dissolving military command over a cup of wine,” feel the humiliation and grief of the “Jingkang Incident,” and share Yue Fei’s patriotic fervor. You’ll also see literary giants like Su Shi and Ouyang Xiu composing poetry amid storm-tossed times. If you’re interested in history but worry it might be dull, The History of Song Taizu: Too Wild to Read Closely is the perfect choice. It will not only introduce you to the major and minor events of the Song dynasty’s more than three hundred years, but also let you savor the twists and turns of history and human nature with a knowing smile. Ready? Come along and set off on a wonderfully entertaining journey through the Song dynasty! The original author, Cai Dongfan, was a renowned modern Chinese historical novelist, famous for writing historical romances about China’s successive dynasties. The original text is obscure and difficult to understand, requiring considerable effort to read. Produced by Uncontrollable Theater, author Jin Xi has adapted it into vernacular Chinese, cutting out the excess and striving for clarity and fluency. Through accessible language and accounts of historical figures and events, the book vividly recreates the rise and fall of the Song dynasty. It makes the text easy to understand while preserving its charm and interest. It is suitable for everyday study as well as wider distribution, helping to pass down and popularize the finest elements of classical culture. “This book is protected by copyright following its adaptation. Reprinting or reproduction in any form without the explicit authorization of the copyright holder is strictly prohibited.”

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