Looking for Recommendations for Great History Books 求大佬推荐有关历史学的好书
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A Half-Hour Cartoon History of China (Complete in Five Volumes) 半小时漫画中国史（全五册）
Read comics for half an hour and master three thousand years of history, with a crystal-clear timeline you can recite backward as soon as you finish. Using nothing but hand-drawn illustrations and jokes, Er Hunzi lays out the grand sweep of history with impressive clarity: the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods were like a classroom; the Qin dynasty burned brightly and died young; the Three Kingdoms era came down to three great battles; the chaotic Wei and Jin period was full of oddbal
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Everything You Need to Know About Chinese History 中国历史全知道
This book explores history from the perspective of ordinary people, drawing on the finest unofficial histories from ancient and modern times. It candidly portrays the personalities, thoughts, anecdotes, and amusing stories of emperors and their ministers, delving into the infighting and deceit among the ruling class. It lays bare the ugly secrets and dirty tactics of politics and war, while vividly recreating the rules of life in imperial courts across the ages and the many faces of society. Foc
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Forbidden Book: Historical Truths 99% of People Don’t Know 禁书：99%的人不知道的历史真相
The renowned general Li Guang never received a marquisate in his lifetime. Was it because of his character, or was fate simply against him? Why did the “Monk Emperor,” who devoted himself to Buddhism, meet the absurd end of starving to death? Was the famed Di Renjie a great chancellor, or the Tang dynasty’s version of Detective Conan? Did Tang Bohu really meet the graceful Qiuxiang? Was there truly a love affair between a poet and a maid so epic it could bring people to tears? Tang princesses we
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The First Book by Dujiu Yibei 独酒一杯的第1本书
Zhao Tianyu was a low-ranking security guard at a company. For a company outing, they rented a luxury cruise ship and set off to sea. Who could have guessed that the ship would run into a storm in the vast ocean and sink? Zhao Tianyu and a group of survivors washed up on a deserted island. Relying on the survival skills he had learned, he led the others on a grueling fight to stay alive...
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The Story of Shakyamuni's Life 释迦牟尼一生的故事
Shakyamuni was a figure who lived more than 2,500 years ago. A prince of Nepal, he spent six years as an ascetic in the forest before choosing the Middle Way and ultimately attaining enlightenment. He became a great awakened one, praised and celebrated by countless people. Today, works about him in film, television, and literature continue to appear. A legendary figure from history who has inspired considerable controversy, he was real, yet his story seems almost mythical. Many books tell his st
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A Temporary Romance at the Factory 工厂的临时爱情
Work + Romance + Plot + A Large Supporting Cast Xu Yanhui, a young man from a rural village who has just left the army, comes to the city alone to find work. By chance, he meets his fellow villager Duan Li, who introduces him to a job at a textile factory. There, he witnesses and experiences the joys and sorrows, warmth and cruelty of the lives of working women. Set in the 1990s, this story uses simple prose to tell the stories of ordinary migrant workers. I hope you enjoy it.
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Empress Dowager Cixi and Her Three Favored Eunuchs 慈禧皇后与她的三个宠爱太监
[Eunuchs + Palace Secrets + Empress Dowager Cixi + Court Intrigue] From the time Empress Dowager Cixi entered the palace to the day she ruled from behind the curtain, she shared an unusual relationship with three eunuchs: An Dehai, Li Lianying, and Xiao Dezhang. They were like master and servants, like friends, and more than anything, like old companions. She doted on the three eunuchs, who relied on her favor to do as they pleased, throw their weight around, and take part in court affairs. This
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History Is So Interesting 历史这么有意思
The English word for history is “history.” Split it apart, and you get “Hi, Story.” Through stories, explore the joys and sorrows of five thousand years of Chinese civilization. How do you tell a good story? How do you bring history to life? ★ Characters: Find the people whose actions alone shook generations to come, and put them at the center of the story. We are moved by history first and foremost because we are moved by them; ★ Plot: Unearth the major historical events behind each figure, tra
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Five Thousand Years of Chinese History 中国上下五千年
A History of China Through Five Thousand Years recounts nearly five millennia of Chinese history, from the legendary Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors to the Ming and Qing dynasties. Throughout its long history, the great Chinese nation has given rise to countless remarkable figures: politicians, military strategists, thinkers, scientists, writers, artists, and outstanding women. A History of China Through Five Thousand Years selects events that had a major impact on the course of Chinese histo
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A Half-Hour Cartoon History of China (Complete in Seven Volumes) 半小时漫画中国史（全七册）
Read comics for half an hour and learn the history of China and the world! This is actually a rigorous, minimalist history of China plus a minimalist world history. From the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods to the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, and from the Four Great Ancient Civilizations to Europe, Japan, and the United States... Open this book and learn history while laughing until your abs hurt. Half-Hour Comics: Chinese History 1–5: The Spring and Autumn and Warring State
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The Rise and Fall of the Tang Dynasty: Three Hundred Years (7-Book Set) 大唐兴亡三百年（全七册）
More entertaining than The Book of Tang, more accessible than Zizhi Tongjian, and more reliable than Romance of the Sui and Tang Dynasties: an addictive, complete history of the Tang dynasty's 300 years. If you want to learn about Tang history, this is all you need! Recommended by the popular book program Luo Ji Thinking! The Tang dynasty was a great era that people have long admired, but its nearly 300 years of tangled history can be daunting. The official histories, The Book of Tang and Zizhi
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Regrets of History 历史的遗憾
The Regrets of History combines history and literature, using clear, logical prose to tell the stories of famous historical figures and objectively recreate some of history’s most lamentable events. Drawing on works such as Zizhi Tongjian and Records of the Grand Historian, the author strives to reconstruct the facts and explore little-known stories about historical figures. The book also offers a thorough analysis of important events, seeking to present history as it really was. While respectin
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Unofficial History Isn't Necessarily False 野史未必假
[The full-cast audio edition is now available. Give it a listen!] From the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors to the Ming and Qing dynasties, discover the truth behind popular unofficial histories! This book examines 22 popular historical tales from China’s earliest dynasties through the Ming and Qing, using vivid reconstructions, close study of historical sources, and logical analysis to uncover the truth behind them. Was Qin Shi Huang’s biological father Lü Buwei? Did Emperor Taizong of Song m
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Ma Boyong’s Hilarious Brief History of China 马伯庸笑翻中国简史
This is the most concise and vivid history of China. The “literary genius” Ma Boyong covers the centuries from the Warring States and the Qin and Han dynasties through to the late Qing and the Republic of China, sketching the threads of Chinese history in just a few strokes. He breaks away from the traditional approach of writing history through political events and the succession of emperors, instead weaving the past together around the novel theme of “the virtues of dynasties.” His sharp comme
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Transmigrating to the Tang Dynasty: Why Is Being an Idle Prince So Hard? 穿越大唐：当个闲王这么难
[No System]+ [Lighthearted]+ [Farming] Have you ever wondered what you’d do if you transmigrated to ancient times with no System and no golden finger? You’re not a physicist, chemist, or historian, just an ordinary person from the future. Everything you know comes from movies, TV, short-video platforms, and the media. How would you survive? Follow an ordinary person who transmigrates into Li Shen, Li Shimin’s tenth son at the beginning of the Tang dynasty. With nothing but his limited knowledge
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Secret Records Behind the Red Walls: A Complete History of China's Unofficial Past, Unabridged 红墙秘录：中国野史大全（无删节完整版）
This complete collection is like a secret key unlocking the hidden chambers of China's imperial past, guiding readers into shadowy corners that official histories leave shrouded in secrecy. From the ancient legends of Unofficial History of the Xia and Shang to the imperial passions and court intrigues of The History of the Imperial Harem in the Song Dynasty, The History of the Imperial Harem in the Ming Dynasty, and Unofficial History of the Yuan Dynasty; from the extravagant excesses of The Ero
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The Romance of the Sui and Tang Dynasties: Complete, Edited Edition 隋唐演义-精编完整版
An epic tale of heroes rising amid chaos. Qin Qiong sells his horse, revealing a hero at the end of his rope; Cheng Yaojin robs the imperial tribute convoy, showing off his street smarts; and Li Shimin's Xuanwu Gate Incident reshapes the course of history. Blending the official historical record with folk storytelling, it weaves a legendary tale steeped in history and the spirit of the jianghu.
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No Offenses Against Jin 不轨于晋
Who in history has never had regrets? Zhang Ao, the King of Zhao in the early Western Han dynasty, originally lived in the shadow of Liu Bang’s purge of kings with different surnames, spending his days in constant fear, never knowing whether he would see the next day. Heaven gave him a second chance to be reborn, in the form of Zhang Gui more than four hundred years later. Unfortunately, he now faced an even darker and more degenerate age of Wei and Jin. And so begins a tale of saving a world wh
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The Saga of Wagang Stronghold 瓦岗寨演义
The Tale of Wagang Stronghold is set amid the chaos of the late Sui dynasty and vividly recounts how the heroes of Wagang rise up to resist tyranny. The story follows bold outlaws such as Cheng Yaojin, Qin Qiong, Shan Xiongxin, and Xu Maogong, chronicling their legendary exploits: gathering at Wagang, seizing the imperial tribute, rebelling in Shandong, and joining forces with eighteen rebel kings to fight the Sui court. The book features both bloody battles amid flashing blades and clashes of w
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I, Liu Shan, the Good-for-Nothing Mocked for a Thousand Years! 我，刘禅，被骂千年的阿斗！
I, Liu Shan, am the fatuous ruler cursed for a thousand years!
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The Prime Minister in Sichuan People's Eyes: Zhuge Liang and Zhuge Liang Alone 四川人口中的丞相，专属诸葛亮
The chancellor in Sichuanese lore is none other than Zhuge Liang.
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The Former Lord Returns to Rongcheng 蓉城故主来
The old master of Rongcheng has arrived.
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The Soul of the Hibiscus Flower 芙蓉花魂
The soul of the hibiscus flower
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The Truth the Japanese Army Tried to Hide: The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru 被日军掩盖的真相：里斯本丸沉没事件
[Lisbon Maru, Japan, World War II, prisoners of war, shipwreck, war] The Truth Hidden by the Japanese Military: The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru centers on a humanitarian disaster during World War II, bringing to light a chapter of history long buried. In October 1942, the Japanese cargo ship Lisbon Maru was carrying around 1,800 British prisoners of war from Hong Kong to Japan when it was torpedoed by an American submarine near the Zhoushan Islands. As the ship slowly sank, the Japanese military
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The Curse of Along the River During the Qingming Festival 清明上河图的诅咒
[Mystery + imaginative twists + mild horror + jaw-dropping reversal + true love was all part of the plan] An ancient painting sparks a deadly crisis! Jiang Feng’s friend gets him a job forging Along the River During the Qingming Festival, But rumor has it the painting is cursed, and fourteen artists who took the job have already died one after another! Still, this job pays three hundred thousand yuan! To save up for the bride price his girlfriend asked for, Jiang Feng takes the job anyway. From
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Ghost Bean 鬼豆
History, mysticism, enlightenment, cultivation, qi refinement, and political intrigue. Not for beginners. Gui Dou is neither a ghost nor a bean. He is simply Guiguzi’s son. At sixteen, he left the mountain during the early Warring States period, an age of upheaval that few records describe. This book follows on from Guigu’s Divine Stratagem, telling a historical fantasy of intrigue and turbulent events in the Warring States era, as well as conflicts in the martial world.
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The Divine Schemes of Guiguzi 鬼谷神谋
[Historical Fiction Writing Contest] Other people are reborn into wealth and privilege, but I came back as a stalk of rice. No, a stalk of rice growing on a grave! A lovesick woman ate me, and became my mother. I became Guigu Wang Chan, whom later generations called Guiguzi, the founding patriarch of the Vertical and Horizontal School. In this turbulent age, watch me stir up the world once more and make my mark on the battlefields of the Warring States!
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From Yongzheng's Princely Residence to the Greatest Emperor of All Time 乾隆从雍邸皇子到千古一帝
[Political Intrigue + Harem Rivalries + Factional Strife + Romance + Emperor] Hongli ascended the throne at twenty-five and ruled for sixty years, making him the longest-reigning and longest-lived emperor in history. He governed with diligence, excelling in both civil and military affairs, and led the Qing to the height of its golden age. Yet factional strife raged through the court, conflicts in the deep palace never ceased, and danger lurked behind the splendor. In the end, the golden age ga
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An Illustrated History of China 图解中国通史
This book also features hundreds of carefully selected illustrations covering a wide range of subjects and styles, including unearthed artifacts, historical sites, battle maps, and portraits of famous figures. Complementing and illuminating the text, they make readers feel as if they are in a real, three-dimensional history museum, offering a more vivid understanding of Chinese history. Concise, well-crafted writing paired with diverse images creates an immersive, visually engaging reading expe
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Five Thousand Years of Chinese History 中华上下五千年
Arranged chronologically, this book selects major events, influential figures, remarkable achievements, and brilliant cultural accomplishments from five thousand years of history. It strives to reach new heights in accuracy, appeal, and insight. Through a rigorous structure and innovative design, it explains Chinese history from every angle, offering fresh perspectives and multiple layers of analysis while vividly and concisely recounting the basic course of China's historical evolution and the
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A Brief History of China in 50,000 Years (Two-Volume Set) 五万年中国简史（全两册）
Spanning from the arrival of the first Homo sapiens in China to the twentieth century, this may be the broadest sweep of Chinese history ever covered. Leading historians come together: Yao Dali of Fudan University, Li Shan of Beijing Normal University, Wu Lisong of Nanjing University, Qian Wenzhong of Fudan University, Qiu Luming of Fudan University, Yu Gengzhe of Shaanxi Normal University, Song dynasty specialist Wu Gou, Ming History Society scholar Fang Zhiyuan, and Ma Yong of the Chinese Acad
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Five Thousand Years of Chinese History, Five Thousand Years of World History 中华上下五千年世界上下五千年
The book is divided into two parts: the first covers five thousand years of Chinese history, and the second covers five thousand years of world history. Arranged chronologically, it highlights major events, influential figures, remarkable achievements, and brilliant cultures in China and around the world. While preserving the integrity and continuity of each history, it briefly outlines the basic course of historical development and vividly recreates the sweeping panorama of human history. It he
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China's History: So Addictive You'll Read It in One Sitting, Volume 2 一读就上瘾的中国史2
This is an era of great upheaval, when nations and individuals alike face unprecedented change. Some cling to life, while others face death without fear; Some see darkness, while others see light; Some defend their honor, while others cast aside their dignity. A History of China That Gets You Hooked, Volume 2, looks back at the great turning points in history: Zhang Qian's mission to the Western Regions, Li Shimin unifying the realm and becoming the Heavenly Khan, Zheng He's seven voyages to the
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Five Thousand Years of Chinese History (Complete in Four Volumes, Illustrated Edition) 中华上下五千年(全四册)(彩色插图版)
This book selects one brilliant jewel after another from the five-thousand-year history of the Chinese nation. In clear, lively language, it invites young readers to explore unforgettable moments from the past: the beautiful and mysterious legends of ancient times, the rivalries among states during the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods, the dazzling glories of the Tang and Song dynasties, and the stirring tales of heroes, great leaders, and people of noble spirit. As readers listen to
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Chinese History You Won't Want to Put Down: Qin Unifies the Realm 舍不得看完的中国史：秦并天下
In our memories, everything we remember about history ultimately comes down to war. All the rises and falls, accidents, motives, strategies, economic forces, and natural disasters come together to set the stage for wars that change the course of history. Those wars, in turn, condense all our views, impressions, jokes, and imaginings about the past. Through these accounts, the author traces the course of ancient Chinese history. Too Good to Finish: Qin Unifies the Realm takes the rise and fall of
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Tales from the Twenty-Five Histories 二十五史故事
The “Twenty-Five Histories” refers to twenty-five historical works: Records of the Grand Historian, Book of Han, Book of the Later Han, Records of the Three Kingdoms, Book of Jin, Book of Song, Book of Southern Qi, Book of Liang, Book of Chen, Book of Wei, Book of Northern Qi, Book of Zhou, Book of Sui, History of the Southern Dynasties, History of the Northern Dynasties, Old Book of Tang, New Book of Tang, Old History of the Five Dynasties, New History of the Five Dynasties, History of Song, Hi
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The Inside Story of the Sino-Japanese War, Fully Revealed 中日战争内幕全公开
The full story of the Sino-Japanese War, laid bare: Zhou Enlai analyzes the situation in a major speech at Guling; Chiang Kai-shek gives his Lushan address, rallying the nation to resist Japan; the Red Army is reorganized into the Eighth Route Army to unite against the enemy; Chiang takes up the post of Generalissimo as preparations begin for a major campaign; troops advance into Suiyuan and Chahar, with Bandit Sakagaki leading the way; Tang Enbo wins his first victory defending Nankou; Zhu De l
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Understand American History, Understand the World Order (Two-Volume Set) 读懂美国史，你就读懂了世界格局（全二册）
The “Understand American History, and You’ll Understand the World Order” series uses lively, accessible prose to describe America’s unchecked growth over the past several decades. It shows how the United States rose step by step to become the world’s dominant power, how it built its strategic advantages and expanded its global reach, and how it ultimately came to lead the world order. The books in this series trace the history of the United States through its presidents. By describing the White
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A Brief History of the Xiongnu 匈奴简史
The strength of a great nation is not measured by the size of its population, but by the force of its national character. Only a people with a strong character can be called great. Such a people can change not only themselves, but the world. The Xiongnu were an ancient people, already present as early as the Shang and Zhou dynasties, and they repeatedly went to war with the Huaxia peoples of the Central Plains. The Qin and Han periods marked the height of Xiongnu power. They built a mighty empir
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A Guide to Transmigrating to the Tang Dynasty: A Handbook to Life in Chang'an and Beyond (New Edition) 唐朝穿越指南：长安及各地人民生活手册（新版）
If one day you open your eyes and discover that you've transmigrated to the Tang dynasty, don't panic. Just pick up this book, A Guide to Transmigrating to the Tang Dynasty: A Handbook to Life in Chang'an and Beyond. First, get past the language barrier: learn a few phrases in Middle Chinese and some Tang-style insults. Then sneak into the government cafeteria for a special meal, and enjoy tea and wine. Remember, if you stroll carelessly down the street and casually pull out a few taels of silve
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A Stick in the Tang Dynasty 大唐一根棍
[Comedy + Suspense + Brainy Wish Fulfillment + Historically Grounded Tang Dynasty] A farm boy with a serious lack of virtue gradually grows into the Tang dynasty's number-one troublemaker (no, wait, strike that). He grows into a pillar that holds up the sky, a beam that spans the sea. If I'm having a good time and you're not, I'll beat you until you are. If I can't reform you, I'll cremate you. I crush foreign kingdoms, dissect the aristocratic clans, discipline princes, and slap emperors I can'
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Treasures of China: Dialogues with the Ten Great Emperors from the Start 典藏华夏：开局对话十大皇帝
Jiang Yi transmigrates and becomes the most promising host at the national television network. From the start, he's hosting "Treasures of China" and plans to find actors to portray the great figures of history. Luckily, the System arrives, granting Jiang Yi the power to cross between past and present and speak with historical figures! Li Shimin asks, “If I sign the Treaty of the Wei River with the Turks, will it keep my empire and people safe?” Jiang Yi replies, “Your empire will survive, but yo
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The Great Tang's Ode: Saving the World and Bringing Peace to the People 大唐赋之济世安民
This novel tells the sweeping, legendary story of Li Shimin, Emperor Taizong of Tang! Most of it is based on real history, though I've added some artistic touches and a few personal insights. I wrote this book because I like an actor. I hope that one day I can see him wearing a ceremonial robe embroidered with the twelve imperial symbols. He would look absolutely wonderful!
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Crown Prince Zhaoming 昭明太子
A historical biographical novel centered on Crown Prince Xiao Tong of the Southern and Northern Dynasties. Blending court intrigue, the smoke of war, the bond between father and son, and literary ideals, it breathes vivid life into the framework of historical fact and captures both the warmth and the tragedy of a crown prince who seemed perfect in every way.
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The Real Story of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom 这才是太平天国
With humor, extensive knowledge, and original insights, this book presents the most detailed, informative, compelling, perceptive, distinctive, and realistic account of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. It follows official historical records strictly, prioritizing accuracy and rigor. Logical analysis and comparisons across multiple sources are used to distinguish fact from fiction, with no fabrication or made-up claims to mislead readers.
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Two Thousand Years of Chinese History 中华二千年史
A History of China Through Two Thousand Years was first published in 1934 as one of the University Series, then republished by Zhonghua Book Company in 1956. Written by Deng Zhicheng, it primarily recounts Chinese history from the Qin and Han periods through the Ming and Qing dynasties, while also presenting the author’s historical thought and commentary.
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The Complete Collection of Courtly Tales Through the Ages 历代宫廷演义全集
Xu Xiaotian brings the secret histories of the Ming, Qing, and Tang courts to life in the style of a novel: the bloodshed of the Nine Princes’ struggle for the throne, Wu Zetian’s political schemes, and the tragic final days of the Chongzhen Emperor... The book has the solid historical foundations of a meticulously researched account, enlivened with the colorful flesh and blood of historical fiction. More vivid than official histories, yet more rigorous than tales of the past, it is an ancient v
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The Tale of Empress Dowager Cixi 慈禧太后演义
This book offers a detailed account of Cixi’s life, from her birth and entry into the imperial palace to her rule from behind the curtain, her decades wielding power over the Qing dynasty, and her death. It is not only literary and highly readable, but also of some value as a reference for historical research.
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Tales of the Sixteen Reigns of the Ming Court 明宫十六朝演义
The Romance of the Sixteen Reigns of the Ming Court delves into the imperial palace, recounting the love and enmity between emperors and their consorts, while ranging widely across history to survey the twists and turns of feudal dynasties. Understand this series, and you will understand the court; understand the court, and you will understand history; understand history, and the realities of the world will become clear to you.
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The Ming Dynasty's Legacy 大明传承
I have the most illustrious name: Zhu Yuntong. I am the legitimate grandson of the founding emperor of Great Ming, and the legitimate son of Crown Prince Zhu Biao. My mother is the daughter of Chang Yuchun, and my maternal granduncle is Lan Yu. I am the most illustrious imperial grandson in Great Ming, and the most influential and legitimate heir to the throne. I will usher in a different Great Ming, magnificent beyond compare, its sun and moon shining bright. It will embrace all rivers and welc
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