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Stories About Poor Scholars Rising to Greatness, with Smooth Writing, High Quality, and Realistic Plots

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A story about pure hard work, with no golden finger. The protagonist works hard through their own efforts.

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101 The Imperial Exams: They All Say I'm the Star of Literature Reborn Lin TongHistorical1.1M WordsOngoing 15kReads8.7Score1.3kShelves
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After traveling through time, he became a child prodigy who enjoyed the title of "Wenquxing" in Dazhou. He was later judged to be frivolous and unachievable. Let's see how the protagonist slaps him in the face step by step.
102 Tang Dynasty: the Noble Son of a Farmer Zhi YangyuHistorical703k WordsCompleted 735Reads6.5Score—Shelves
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A noble son was born in a peasant family in the Tang Dynasty
103 I Transmigrate to Great Qi: How I Became a Worthy Minister of the Age Lan XiaoyiHistorical2.8M WordsCompleted 8.4kReads8.4Score754Shelves
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Traveling through a poor peasant family, with no background and no golden fingers, how can you counterattack and become a powerful minister in the Qi court? The protagonist Chen Chuyi joins the imperial examination and writes a legend from a commoner to a wise minister! !
104 The Day I Failed the Exams, I Brought Home a Princess for a Wife Cai BibiHistorical2.0M WordsCompleted 30kReads8.7Score3.3kShelves
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🏖🏖The setting of the protagonist "the soul of an adult passes through a child" is just right. In the eyes of others, he is just a child, but he always plays this role clearly. The adult's thinking mode and the youthful spirit are perfectly integrated in him. He has both a mature mind and an innocent heart.
105 A Poor Scholar’s Son: From Cowherd to Tycoon Crazy BonesHistorical407k WordsCompleted 744Reads8.6Score—Shelves
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The writing is capable, the writing style is relaxed and interesting, the characters are portrayed in different ways, and the plot is not clichéd. It is worth watching! ! !
106 A Poor Scholar’s Rise Begins with Meeting the Miserable Crown Prince Zuo LanHistorical2.0M WordsCompleted 6.7kReads7.9Score651Shelves
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The pace in the early stage is a bit slow, but in the middle and later stages, it enters the political system and begins to compete for hegemony routes, using various fancy methods, which makes people hooked after watching it! ! !
107 Muzi’s Life in the Northern Song Dynasty Fan XiuHistorical1.6M WordsCompleted 8.4kReads9.0Score886Shelves
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Born from a poor family, close to history
108 The Sun and Moon Holy Emperor Xiao BingtaiHistorical1.8M WordsCompleted 2.3kReads5.8Score139Shelves
109 The Young Scholar of the Ming Dynasty The Military Song Rings OutHistorical3.4M WordsCompleted 1.6kReads7.9Score174Shelves
110 The First Marquis of Great Chen Block the West TowerHistorical1.9M WordsCompleted 6.6kReads8.8Score667Shelves
111 The Top Scholar from a Poor Family Unable to Paint ItHistorical275k WordsCompleted 309Reads6.2Score—Shelves
112 Grandpa of Dashun County Mr. KaiHistorical660k WordsCompleted 15Reads—Score—Shelves
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See for yourself, I remember it well
113 Stock Market God: Turning 50,000 into Enlightenment Little Ma the Stock TraderUrban2.0M WordsCompleted 97.5kReads9.2Score10.6kShelves
114 Born the County Magistrate’s Son, I’ll Become Chief Councillor Through the Imperial Exams Cheng Shu JuHistorical2.2M WordsCompleted 13.3kReads7.7Score1.3kShelves
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Born in a poor family, strong in abilities, no golden fingers
115 The Ruthless Minister from a Humble Family SturgeonHistorical3.1M WordsCompleted 925Reads8.4Score110Shelves
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It's all there. Basically everything I've seen is here.
116 Commoner Chief Assistant: the Blood and Sweat That Kept the Ming Dynasty Alive Dust Stained InkHistorical189k WordsOngoing 2Reads—Score—Shelves
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I highly recommend it, at least you can still watch it, some of it is quite good.
117 The Bodhisattva County Magistrate Shi ZhimeiHistorical1.1M WordsCompleted 57.8kReads9.2Score7.1kShelves
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I discovered another good novel, so happy! "Jian Xia! Six consecutive county magistrates of Nanqi County were killed. Now, no one dares to take up the post. Please make a decision! "Why? "It is said to be related to a poisoning case in a tavern. "Who is the owner of the tavern?" "A young scholar. "Since there is no one to take the post, let the scholar be the county magistrate!" "This... So, this...
118 Poor Official Career1 Yan YunfeiUrban1.4M WordsOngoing 12.3kReads8.5Score1kShelves
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A perfect match!
119 I Transmigrated to Ancient Times, but My Brother Seems Even More Like a Transmigrator Than I Do Pavilion by the PondHistorical1.4M WordsCompleted 19.7kReads9.0Score2kShelves
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The book reviews of Takako's novels are quite good.
120 Little Xianggong of the Song Dynasty Foodie Fatty DragonHistorical656k WordsCompleted 727Reads7.9Score—Shelves
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Summary of the story: The writing is good, and I got a lot of marks in the imperial examination! The kind of character that you can't stop watching once you see it Features:
121 Ancient Life, Starting with Foraging for Wild Greens A Primordial BeastHistorical1.5M WordsCompleted 19kReads8.8Score1.3kShelves
122 Chancellor Shen, Your Wife Took the Kids Out to Find Their Dad Again! Passion FruitAncient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted 25.7kReads9.3Score3.5kShelves
123 I Began Shaping the Nation by Saving a Great Brother The Head Coach HimselfHistorical1.3M WordsCompleted 588Reads8.0Score100Shelves
124 The Exam-System Bargain Hunter Accidentally Wins the Whole Empire Fan YuxingHistorical1.0M WordsCompleted 191Reads7.0Score—Shelves
125 Daming: I Was Reborn as Zhu Yunwen Winter Plum Blossoms Startle the SnowHistorical4.3M WordsOngoing 35Reads5.8Score—Shelves
126 A Country Girl’s Daily Life of Preparing for the Imperial Exams Panda Loves LifeAncient Romance720k WordsOngoing 751Reads9.0Score101Shelves
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No matter which book you read, there will always be a few that touch your heart.
127 I Came First in the Imperial Exams and Became a Just Official in Ancient Times The Crown Prince Who Loves Radish MeatballsHistorical1.2M WordsCompleted 1.8kReads8.5Score130Shelves
128 Longling Legend Exquisite Crane ShadowEastern Fantasy935k WordsCompleted 1Reads—Score—Shelves
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Introduction to the work "The Legend of Longling" is a fantasy novel that tells the legendary story of the crane Longling. Longling lives in a mysterious fairyland, and he longs to possess powerful power to bring peace and prosperity to the fairyland. Through practicing and uniting with her partners, Longling gradually grew into the guardian of the fairyland. However, the dark forces in Wonderland rise, and Longling faces huge challenges and must fight a decisive battle with them. This novel is set in the fairyland world and depicts Longling's growth path and the hardships he faces. Through Longling's story, it explores the power of courage, friendship, sacrifice and love, and guides readers to think about the meaning and value of life. This novel will lead readers into a magnificent and mysterious fairyland, experience Longling's legendary journey, and stimulate readers' imagination and profound insights. Male Channel Fantasy Fairy Other Information ISBN: 7323951455763713086
129 Traveling Through the Ming Dynasty, Don't Teach the Han People to Subjugate the World A Vast Sea of Grains of RiceHistorical1.1M WordsOngoing 5.6kReads8.8Score527Shelves
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The best novel on the Internet about a man who came from a poor family in the Ming Dynasty! My novels are well written, have real historical backgrounds, and lifelike character descriptions. The plot development is all driven by real historical events. You won't be able to stop reading it!
130 Factory Underworld Mu ShandingUrban2.1M WordsCompleted 29.7kReads9.5Score3.5kShelves
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Just from an ordinary family, someone who graduated from college would join a factory and start as a basic technician, work hard all the way, and finally reach the top. There are emotional entanglements, but there is a clear understanding.
131 Xiaoyaojun from a Humble Family Young Master XiaochunHistorical302k WordsOngoing 19Reads—Score—Shelves
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I've watched "The Humble Family" and I thought it was too peaceful and there were no surprises! Maybe it's because of different preferences! I just like watching funny things like this!
132 A Farmer's Son's Road to the Imperial Exams, His Achievements Shining Across the Land August in JulyHistorical852k WordsCompleted 30.7kReads8.5Score3.2kShelves
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I recently changed my mobile phone and my account was not logged in, so I mistakenly entered the imperial examination channel. It feels pretty good when I look at it [laughing] [laughing]
133 The Daily Life of a Son from a Poor Family in the Imperial Examination Xing MumuHistorical381k WordsCompleted 4.3kReads8.8Score545Shelves
134 The Imperial Exams: A Bookish Son in a Clan of Illiterates I'm a PigheadHistorical1.3M WordsCompleted 140.2kReads8.6Score13.7kShelves
135 From Little Kid to Top Scholar, I Cheat My Way to the Top Dreaming Back to Childhood SongsHistorical1.9M WordsOngoing 67.4kReads8.6Score6.3kShelves
136 The Number One Scholar from a Poor Family: Pear Blossoms Bloom Again Huanghuali's BookAncient Romance54k WordsCompleted 1Reads—Score—Shelves
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How should a poor scholar choose between rumors and the truth?
137 Hengjiang Sword Guide Mysterious LonelinessMartial Arts319k WordsOngoing 5Reads—Score—Shelves
138 My Dad Is Su Dongpo, My Wife Is Li Qingzhao, and My Bro Is Emperor Huizong Wen QingruHistorical1.2M WordsOngoing 12.9kReads8.5Score1.3kShelves
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It's not a rich family, it's not a rich family. Anyway, when the protagonist was taking the imperial examination, his father Su Dongpo was eating lychees in Huizhou [laughing awkwardly]
139 I Join the Army for My Younger Brother, and When I Return Home After a Successful Career, You Are Told That I Am a Commoner? A Big TomatoHistorical724k WordsCompleted 386Reads7.6Score106Shelves
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This is beautiful. The rhythm is very good.
140 I Transmigrated, and They Made Me Emperor! Zhou Big TomatoHistorical2.2M WordsCompleted 850Reads8.6Score102Shelves
141 There’s a Grave in My Dreams, and I’m the Great Xia Tomb Keeper Rain Falls, Bamboo Turns ColdUrban1.6M WordsCompleted 33kReads9.0Score3.6kShelves
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Are there any books about time travel and development like going back to the Ming Dynasty and becoming a prince? It's realistic and not systematic. It's a wisdom-telling book like Golden Finger.
142 Work Hard to Save the Ming Dynasty RebelHistorical631k WordsCompleted 1.6kReads6.4Score—Shelves
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It perfectly meets the requirements, is unsystematic, and is set in the Wanli era of the late Ming Dynasty. In the early stage, the protagonist devoted himself to taking the imperial examinations, building connections, and met a large number of officials, businessmen, and celebrities. In the mid-term, he began to serve as an official, founded a new political party, and used its absolute strength to crush the Donglin Party, Zhejiang Party, Qi Party, Chu Party and other factions. When he came to power in the later period, he carried out reforms to target various economic and military shortcomings and tried his best to curb Houjin. The author is a master of details. This book involves all historical events, place names, official names, personal names, and customs, all of which have been rigorously researched.
143 Return to the Tang Dynasty Murong ShaozongHistorical691k WordsOngoing 950Reads8.9Score102Shelves
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🎉🎉I regret that Emperor Qin Wuhan was slightly less talented in literature; Emperor Zong Tang and Song Zu were slightly less elegant. So what if you are from a poor family? Genghis Khan, a genius of a generation, only knows how to bend a bow and shoot eagles, and count famous people, but look at the present! ✨
144 Starting as a Foot Soldier Li XiangxiangHistorical1.2M WordsCompleted 15kReads5.8Score2kShelves
145 A Fearsome Man in Commoner's Clothes Li PoshanHistorical3.5M WordsCompleted 7.4kReads8.8Score786Shelves
146 That Red Land Xiong DayuUrban1.0M WordsCompleted 3.5kReads8.8Score314Shelves
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Rich children come from poor families, and good things come from broken kilns!
147 The Integrity of a Humble Scholar Half a Young ScholarHistorical4.4M WordsCompleted 1.7kReads8.5Score162Shelves
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Dear book lovers and family, the following are the novels I have been reading recently, and I recommend them to friends who are in the book world. I have read for more than 5,000 hours, and I have read every novel carefully. I have also joined the team of Tomato novel authors, recommending novels that I usually like to read to everyone, and learning from all my book friends! 1112
148 Poor Young Man Dogtail WolfHistorical877k WordsOngoing 42Reads5.6Score—Shelves
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🎉I am here to recommend the book, it must be a high-quality one🎉 1. The whole village thinks that this is an unclean woman. She gave birth to a daughter before getting married. She looks like a cheap Zhu You. The wife is beautiful and the daughter is cute. She may be a lost princess. 2. Ye Changfeng traveled to ancient times, accidentally defeated hundreds of thousands of soldiers from the Di people, and became a general in brocade uniforms respected by thousands of people. He also accidentally wrote a few poems, and became a great talent in the hearts of girls. Then he casually made some small inventions and creations, and built a business empire.
149 The Peerless Young Marquis Silent Little CraftsmanHistorical917k WordsCompleted 77Reads6.4Score—Shelves
150 Road to Heaven Blessed BuddhaEastern Fantasy497k WordsCompleted 1Reads5.8Score—Shelves
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I recommend a good book called "The Road to Heaven" written by Bliss Buddha, a potential stock with a completely unique approach. In this book, the author grew up from a low-level street child, experienced all kinds of pain in the world, and finally achieved the road to heaven. The story is based on the six realms of reincarnation, describing in detail the reincarnation of human beings, the lives of gods, ghosts and animals, asuras and ghosts, and hell. Until the dialogue with Buddha and Bodhisattva. In the ups and downs of the storyline, people can't help but think about the ultimate meaning of life. It's definitely not a novel that wins just by its plot, it's a good book that you can read and think about over and over again.