Books That Help You Understand Chinese History

201 大 Weather of the Tang Dynasty Greedy Wolf WoodHistorical1.1M WordsCompleted 23Reads—Score—Shelves

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It is absolutely close to historical facts and is recommended to be read! Those who like Datang!

202 大 The End of the Ming Dynasty Great UtopiaHistorical265k WordsCompleted 19Reads5.8Score—Shelves

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He produced a garrison map of Cao's army that was hard to distinguish between true and false, showing Lu Su his superb intelligence capabilities and proving Liu Beifang's combat advantage of "knowing yourself and the enemy". This made Lu Su, as a guest, express his admiration politely.

204 千 My Hair Turns White Like the Moon in a Thousand Years Light a Heart Lamp 421Eastern Fantasy1.8M WordsOngoing 87Reads5.8Score—Shelves

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Li Ye, one of the four great female poets of the Tang Dynasty, will accompany you through the prosperous age of the Tang Dynasty

205 后 The First Volume of the Romance of Later Zhao: the Biography of Shi Le Ishinomiya KikuHistorical396k WordsCompleted 161Reads5.8Score—Shelves

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. In the Central Plains after the Rebellion of the Eight Kings, the Western Jin Dynasty collapsed, the conflict between Hu and Han became acute, and social order completely collapsed. The political corruption of the Western Jin Dynasty was extremely corrupt and unable to deal with internal and external troubles; Han refugees and internally-immigrated Hu people were also oppressed and became revolutionary forces; long-term wars caused the people to desperately desire order, no matter what ethnic group this order came from. As a slave, Shi Le broke free from the shackles of identity; as a Jie man, he broke through the ethnic barriers. The "Eighteen Cavalry" he formed in the early stage showed a multi-ethnic character. Later, when its power grew, it widely absorbed the forces of Han, Xianbei, Wuhuan and other ethnic groups. This open and inclusive talent strategy is in sharp contrast to many forces at the same time that cling to ethnic boundaries. Especially after being assisted by the Han counselor Zhang Bin, Shi Le truly realized the transformation from a rogue bandit to a regime builder. Zhang Bin's strategy of "occupying Xiangguo, establishing Yedu, and benefiting the world" provided Shi Le with a clear development blueprint, which was also a model of elite cooperation between Hu and Han. In the post-Zhao regime established, most of the laws and regulations followed the Han system, including the establishment of Imperial College, the selection of Confucian students, and the embryonic recommendation system of the imperial examination. From a longer historical perspective, Shi Le was a key figure in the Five Hus and Sixteen Kingdoms period who connected the past and the future. He destroyed the former Zhao and basically unified the north, laying the foundation for the subsequent unification of the former Qin; although his policy of dividing Hu and Han was not perfect, it explored a model of multi-ethnic coexistence; his rise itself symbolized the historical transformation of the Hu people from being ruled to rulers, and opened a new stage of the great integration of northern ethnic groups. Ancient Han people and officials mostly regarded it as a barbaric head that "ruined China", while modern historians view its historical role more objectively. In fact, Shi Le was a much more complex character: he was a cruel warrior at first, and he was ruthless in trapping and subduing soldiers; later he was a sober politician, with a profound insight into the laws of history; he was both a cultural imitator and worked hard to learn the Han system; and he was a stickler for national identity, always maintaining a Jieren consciousness. In Shi Le's life, we saw not only the legend of a man, but also the mirror image of an era. In that chaotic and dynamic era, the old order had collapsed, the new order had not yet been established, and everyone was looking for their place. Shi Le found it. From slave to emperor, he completed an almost impossible life journey. But his story also reminds us: personal success is magnificent, but establishing a lasting order and achieving true harmony requires more than military conquest - cultural tolerance, institutional innovation, and the transcendence of human nature. This is the most precious legacy Shi Le left to future generations: an eternal reflection on struggle and limitations, power and wisdom, nation and culture. After thousands of years, we can still see the glory and pathos of that era from him, and we can also illuminate some eternal themes in the human condition. History does not repeat, but it always rhymes - Shi Le's story is still echoing in our time in different ways.

207 武 Wu Zetian's Four Mysterious Cases AnonymousHistorical200k WordsCompleted 384Reads9.5Score—Shelves

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It is best for students to read history

208 天 Destiny Is the Highest Sweet Dream FeatherHistorical180k WordsCompleted 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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Ying Zheng, the first emperor of the ages, is an overlord who crawled out of a mountain of corpses and a sea of ​​blood. As a young man, when he returned home, he was met with death everywhere, and he had gone through countless fights to develop his iron-blooded character. Nothing in the world could come into his eyes, but Afang was the only one with a weak point. When he was young, he made an oath to spend the whole world to marry her. He had finally secured his throne, but destiny deliberately attacked and tried to take away the person he cherished the most!

209 刘 Liu Ling Doesn't Entertain Guests Lin JiuchongHistorical447k WordsOngoing 2Reads5.8Score—Shelves

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It's easier to read than pure history. It's a traditional martial arts book with a background of the Eastern Jin Dynasty, young people's passion, and intrigues in the court. However, it doesn't have time travel, and there are no fans. It's a traditional book. You can try to see if you can continue reading it.

210 殖 Colonial Ming Dynasty Shang DazuiHistorical1.6M WordsOngoing 5kReads8.8Score346Shelves

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If you can't survive in modern times, go and colonize the Ming Dynasty. You will definitely gain wealth and glory in the new world.

211 天 Tianbeng: Escape from the Earthen Fort and Live in Xu! BookwormHistorical450k WordsOngoing 165Reads5.8Score—Shelves

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There is no system and no understanding of history. On the night of Tumu Fort, he traveled through time and killed Wang Zhen. He only served as emperor for one day, and when his substitute went south to be captured, he led three thousand remnants of his troops to the north, where they were starving and cold. Snowfield, white-haired wind, lack of food, wolves... There is no golden finger, only survival in desperate situations. At the same time, Zhu Qiyu is in the capital, looking at the empty treasury, and guarding the country with Yu Qian. Two lines run in parallel, one light and one dark. This is the hardest bone and the coldest knife in the Ming Dynasty.

212 春 Flowers Bloom in the South of the Yangtze River in Spring The Tiger Is Thin and StrongHistorical1.1M WordsOngoing 169Reads8.1Score—Shelves

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The background of the novel takes place in the late Song Dynasty and early Yuan Dynasty. After the protagonist traveled to the late Song Dynasty, he met Wen Tianxiang, fought with Ding Daquan, assisted Jia Sidao in defending Ezhou City, and went to the Mongolian camp to negotiate with Kublai Khan. The first half of what I said is written strictly according to history. The protagonist is slowly accumulating strength along with the ups and downs of history. It was not until the demise of the Southern Song Dynasty that he began his vigorous conquest journey. There is no system or cheating, but it has a profound sense of history and is well worth reading.

213 魂 The Soul Penetrates Li Bai? at the Beginning of Maweiyi, I Save Yuhuan Nan Ke XingzheHistorical1.1M WordsOngoing 112Reads5.8Score—Shelves

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Thin chaff that is rare in tomatoes. During the Anshi Rebellion, the imperial concubine was banished. In troubled times, there is power and conspiracy, and there is a passion for family and country. The key is that no matter whether you are a decent person or a villain, your IQ is always online. On this point, it kills 99.9% Of all Tomato historical articles. Highly recommended

214 不 Those Who Are Not Admitted Hoover Was a FoolHistorical236k WordsCompleted 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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Hard-core textual research, small things that happened in the northwest border during the Gengzi period. Alias ​​- Pamir Black Boss: I accompanied him in the late Qing Dynasty

228 民 National Alchemist Wanli MingyueModern Romance105k WordsCompleted 35Reads5.8Score—Shelves

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Speak with strength! Great historical background! The Year of the Horse is starting with good luck, let's watch the martial arts masterpiece of the Iron Horse! Cultivate great righteousness and feelings of family and country! The rivers and lakes save the temple and fight for wisdom and power! The hero saves the country with generosity and generosity! When a national catastrophe strikes, how much is gold worth in troubled times? Where will power, beauty, and wealth go? Please make your decision!

230 晚 Red Dawn in the Late Qing Dynasty Wild CrowHistorical2.2M WordsCompleted 539Reads5.8Score—Shelves

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This one exactly meets your requirements. . .

231 慕 Murong Family: the Legend of Yan Kingdom Qinling Mountains North Mountain MoonHistorical552k WordsCompleted 48Reads9.1Score—Shelves

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During the Sixteen Kingdoms of Wei, Jin, and the Five Husties, although it was very chaotic, there were also threads to follow.

232 龙 The Dragon Rises from Jinling and Continues the Tang Dynasty for Another Five Hundred Years Lu MingkeHistorical163k WordsOngoing 64Reads5.8Score—Shelves

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"The Emperor of Chang'an, the Yajun of Wei Mansion". The tooth soldiers of the Wei Mansion have become a thing of the past under the butcher's knife, but the emperor of Chang'an is in panic all day long due to internal and external troubles. Emperor Ning has the guts? Those with strong soldiers and horses will do it! Fires are burning everywhere, looking around the world, today there are many vassal towns in the Tang Dynasty, Zhu Wen, Li Keyong, Yang Xingmi, Wang Jian, Liu Rengong, Qian Liu, Ma Yin... The strong are trying to change dynasties, while the weak are trying to split the land and seal the borders. Emperor Taizong knew it secretly and could not bear to have the Tang Dynasty's three hundred years of foundation ruined here. I, Li Min, an unknown descendant of the clan, became his hope for reviving the Tang Dynasty. Xianggong Wei asked his father to tell me that the king of Jinling was becoming more and more powerful, and his son's achievements were superior to Zhaolie's and not inferior to Guangwu's. If God bless the Tang Dynasty, he should continue for another five hundred years. New book! New book! Recommend it

233 刘 Liu Bowen's Ups and Downs as an Official The Gurgling SpringHistorical565k WordsCompleted 239Reads—Score—Shelves

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The history of the late Yuan Dynasty, real historical materials, rigorous logic

234 战 Tactical Games LeafyeagerSports623k WordsOngoing 121Reads5.8Score—Shelves

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The history of the previous battles is just embellishment. I want to write about Temujin's battle. I review the details of cold weapon battles before reorganizing some typical battles in the late Song Dynasty. It's a bit like writing history. Starting from Chapter 118

235 穿 Travel Through Time and Become the Invincible Ming Dynasty Emperor Biaoxin Hopes That Literature Will Be More ExcitingHistorical524k WordsOngoing 58Reads5.8Score—Shelves

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This book is very good.

236 秦 Qin's National Destiny Should Not Be Like This Wandering BrainUrban262k WordsOngoing 7Reads—Score—Shelves

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I recommend this book. It's a good article on the history of the Qin Dynasty. The writing is excellent. I loved reading it.

237 大 Tang Dynasty: Two Heroes Square CatHistorical334k WordsCompleted 51Reads5.8Score112Shelves

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It is a treasure trove of books that show the hatred and resentment of the Sui and Tang Dynasties, and how Li Yuan and Li Shimin and their sons established the Tang Dynasty and led it to prosperity. If you like real history, don't miss it.

246 春 Past Events of the Spring and Autumn Period Restored to Zunli and Tuba Part 1 User 13237561Historical256k WordsCompleted 4Reads—Score—Shelves

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