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History Livestream: Starting with the Amazing Taizongs 历史直播：从神奇的太宗们开始
From the start, the story takes stock of the Taizong emperors throughout history. Every Taizong is remarkable and unique, with buffs of his own. The Ming Taizong: destroyer of the Central Plains, conqueror of the northern deserts, connoisseur of Mongolian gazelle; The Song Taizong: a good younger brother to his elder sibling, leader of the Northern Song, and the charioteer of Gaoliang River; The Tang Taizong: instigator of a coup, Heavenly Khan of the Western Regions, and the people's eternal fa
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- 2 Why History? Chong Xiaolv's Comic History of China 历史为什么：虫小绿漫画中国史 Why Is History Like This? Chinese History in Comics with Chong Xiaolv is a comic-book history of China starring the cartoon character Chong Xiaolv. In our minds, history is always a grand narrative. Whether it is natural disasters, human calamities, wars, or dynastic upheavals, it tends to focus on major eras, great figures, and momentous events. But history in all its richness is made up of countless different perspectives. In this book, the author uses comics to explore in detail many often-ov 78Reads9.2Score110Shelves
- 3 A Rundown of History's Nine Great Coups, Leaving Emperors Across the Dynasties Stunned 盘点历史九大政变，各朝皇帝震惊 [A protagonist who's just a tool + no female lead + historical rankings. Please add this book to your shelves, dear readers, and you could get Diaochan as a gift!] At the start, the Heavenly Ranking descends, revealing the nine greatest coups in history. After each revelation, those who make the list are rewarded or punished according to their deeds. Choosing rulers across dynasties, changing the course of history, duels across time and space, trial missions... Seeing this, the emperors of every 376Reads—Score—Shelves
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The Heyin Coup: Empress Dowager Ling's Sixteen-Year Thirst for Power 河阴之变一灵太后的十六年权欲
Hu of the Northern Wei, the Empress Dowager Ling, was born into the Hu clan of Anding. Because her aunt was a Buddhist nun, she was able to enter the palace as a child. At the time, the Northern Wei's harsh old rule dictated that a mother must die when her son became crown prince. She insisted on giving birth to Yuan Xu anyway, and won that gamble with death. On the night Emperor Xuanwu died suddenly, she evaded an assassination attempt by the Gao clan with the protection of Yu Zhong and Cui Gua
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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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- 6 A Brief History of the Ming Dynasty 明史简述 ★ To read Ming history, you must first read Wu Han! ★ A lighthearted introduction to history by a pioneer of modern Ming history studies, this classic has influenced countless Ming history enthusiasts. ★ Compiled from lectures at the Party School of the Central Committee, carefully revised against Wu Han’s posthumous manuscripts, and newly arranged. This edition adds four celebrated essays, including “A Study of the Hu Weiyong Case.” ★ Praised by scholars such as Zheng Tianting and Bai Shouyi as 185Reads9.3Score—Shelves
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A Smooth Road to Success 一路青云
He who holds the power of the realm while awake must tread as carefully as if on thin ice; he who lies drunk in a beauty's arms must feel as if standing on the edge of an abyss. Zhu Licheng entered the workplace only to find himself in a difficult position. After cleverly resolving the crisis, he started out in a small town and advanced one step at a time, eventually reaching the pinnacle of life. He firmly believed that to rise smoothly through the ranks, one must remember to delegate power whe
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- 8 The First Secretary 第一秘书 Also known as The Perplexing Road to Office. Take one step while looking two ahead, and plan three moves in advance. How can one cut a path through the perilous world of officialdom, with beautiful women by his side? Watch as an unassuming young man from the grassroots slowly builds a brilliant future of his own. 9.3kReads8.9Score985Shelves
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Back to the Song Dynasty to Be a Tyrant 回到宋朝当暴君
In the halls of government, rotten wood holds office. Between the palace steps, beasts feast on their salaries. Men with hearts like wolves and the ways of dogs crowd the halls of power. Toadies and bootlickers fill the ranks of government, bringing the state to ruin and the people to misery! You dare demand to know whether the sword in my hand is sharp?
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Handsome Men of the Wei and Jin Dynasties: A Book of Their Strange Tales 魏晋有美男 : 一本书带你看尽魏晋美男奇事
A life as a beautiful person must be pretty exciting, right? Ancient influencer marketing and a male Victoria’s Secret fashion show A guide to the beauties of the Wei and Jin dynasties, a high-energy version of A New Account of the Tales of the World One book lets you get up close and personal with the dashing figures of the Wei and Jin eras A faithful recreation of historical details Sincerely recommended by the Global Looks Association: If you haven’t read this book, don’t call yourself a beau
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- 11 Chinese History So Fascinating You’ll Lose Sleep 有趣得让人睡不着的中国史 China's History: So Fascinating It’ll Keep You Awake Crafted with great care by rising history writer Lishi Jun, this book uses a light, humorous touch to reveal the truth behind many events in Chinese history, along with little-known stories about historical figures. Its style is distinctive and entertaining, while its content remains faithful to historical facts. Many of the stories are drawn from historical documents, and material from unofficial histories and legends is explained and analyz —Reads8.6Score320Shelves
- 12 The History of Emperors in Half an Hour (Complete in Three Volumes) 半小时漫画帝王史（全三册） Three minutes per emperor, and you'll understand Chinese history! Simple yet comprehensive √ Learn history fast √ Clear and accessible √ Names, places, reign titles, dynasties... Good heavens! How are you supposed to remember it all and tell it apart? Open this book and you'll wish you'd found it sooner! From the long river of history, the book selects 50 important emperors who changed the course of China. Packed with informative manga and a wealth of historical sources, it brings back the l 53Reads9.1Score—Shelves
- 13 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 2.5kReads9.6Score722Shelves
- 14 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 10kReads9.5Score1.4kShelves
- 15 Cai Dongfan’s Six Histories: Complete Set of 6 Books 蔡东藩六史（套装共6册） The Six Dynasties recounts the rise and fall of six of the most representative turning-point dynasties in Chinese history, offering a sweeping view of their eras along with secret details. Its framework is comprehensive, its content rich, and its focus clear. It combines the grandeur and magnificence of great history with the subtle intrigue of clues woven through a tale. Faithful to the historical record and masterful in its prose, it brings a multitude of characters vividly to life. Through la 137Reads9.4Score—Shelves
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Taking Li Shimin Reborn in the Late Tang Dynasty 带着李世民重生到唐末
When Li Shimin arrives in the late Tang dynasty, he finds warlords locked in battle, the people destitute, and the Great Tang teetering on the brink of collapse. The sight makes his heart bleed. He vows to restore the Tang dynasty to its former glory!
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Overthrowing the Tang: Transmigrate into Emperor Ai, Who Abdicated the Throne 覆唐：穿越禅位天子唐哀宗
A modern soul transmigrates into Li Zhu, the last emperor of the Great Tang. In the fourth year of Tianyou, Zhu Wen usurps the Tang throne, and the dynasty collapses after 289 years. In name, Li Zhu is the Prince of Jiyin who abdicated the throne. In reality, he is a prisoner trapped in a cage. The history books are unequivocal: just three months later, a cup of poisoned wine will be his end. Given a second life, he refuses to sit still and await death! Imprisoned in his residence, he uses polit
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