Heshen: Master of Power
和珅：权力的玩家
- Status
- Completed
- Length
- 631k Words
- Genre
- Historical
- Subgenre
- Historical & Ancient
- Updated
- 1y ago
- English
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Clear structure, beautiful language, and enjoyable read. Recommended.
It was wonderful. I heard about the grand wedding in Chapter 29. I felt how much hardship Shanbao endured as a child, and how sweet Heshen's life was as an adult, thanks to his hard work and good fortune. I'm genuinely happy for him now. However, I still don't understand why someone from a poor family, yet so grateful and with such a clear conscience, would turn out in such an unexpected way at…
Authentic and objective, historical stories, engaging.
It was as if I could see the immense energy bursting forth from that small body, despite the cruel tricks of fate. That tenacious life, like a lotus flower unfolding from the mud, was pure and radiant, life in full bloom.
I like this book. When I read biographies, I mainly want to understand the characters' mental journeys, the historical context and living environment, and to analyze how they acquired their wisdom and strategic skills. As for other things, it depends on your own perspective.
After watching the TV series and reading this book, I have gained a deeper understanding of Heshenbao.
Everything has a cause and effect; the hardships of his childhood shaped Heshen into the man he became! Great! 👍
Well told. It feels like a true story. Intriguing. I really want to keep reading.
We are often prejudiced by the portrayal of Heshen in movies and TV dramas, believing him to be a treacherous villain. However, the author begins by depicting Heshen's growth, portraying him as a shrewd, capable, and talented Qing Dynasty official. His caution and calculated approach are worthy of our reflection and study. 😄 One must learn to know when to advance and retreat, and to assess the situation. Excellent!
It's very well written, with simple and easy-to-understand language, and the reading is also very engaging. Highly recommended.