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1. 1 法 The Complete Guide to Law 法律大全 Colors of the Stars星辰之彩426k WordsCompleted An encyclopedia of social life, covering all aspects of life, including property rights, contracts, personal rights, and marriage and family. In clear, accessible language and with real-life cases, it explains the legal issues you may encounter in everyday life. 564Reads—Score10014d adds

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   It includes all aspects

2. 2 天EN The Heavenly Eye Feng Shui Master 天眼风水师 Light of the Dao道之光Urban1.3M WordsCompleted [A feng shui novel] [Featuring feng shui, Daoist medicine, psychology, and economics; read faces and phone numbers] [Practical insights] [Explaining the esoteric with science] My master hastily taught me the art of divination and passed down a few books. Before I even had the chance to formally begin my training in the mountains, he sent me down into the world to help people... Where can I even go to complain about that? Amid the mortal world, I help others and cultivate myself. 672.6kReads9.6Score138.4k14d adds

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   A must-read for highly educated individuals

3. 3 曾 Zeng Guofan's Methods of Scholarship 曾国藩治学方法 Hu Zhefu胡哲敷Historical77k WordsCompleted This book explores three dimensions: self-cultivation, managing affairs, and reading. Its discussion of self-cultivation advocates integrating “resolve, insight, and perseverance,” building a foundation for body and mind through meditation and a regular routine. Its approach to managing affairs reveals, through practical examples such as running a household and leading an army, the unity of hands-on action and institutional innovation. Its discussion of reading emphasizes “mastering one field” a 356Reads9.0Score15614d adds
4. 4 中 Ingenious Inventions of Ancient China 中国古代奇技淫巧 Yang Jun杨钧Historical194k WordsCompleted The authors of this book searched through vast collections of historical records, painstakingly gathering hundreds of long-lost secret arts and techniques passed down through the centuries. These include forging antiques, identifying treasures, alchemy, health practices, beauty techniques, fortune-telling by characters, martial arts, and spiritual cultivation. Their scope ranges from contemplating the heavens and earth and making uncanny predictions to calming the mind, curing illness, and riddi 8.5kReads9.5Score1.4k14d adds

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   Each book is of high quality, every word a gem.

5. 5 水 Fickle as Water 水性杨花 Feng Yuqi冯玉奇Historical74k WordsCompleted In the chaotic years of the Republic of China, Xu Fangqing of Peach Blossom Village and Li Xiaoming, a fisherman, had known and loved each other since childhood. Their feelings were mutual, and with her uncle’s help, they became engaged, believing they would spend their lives together in peace. But fate had other plans: Fangqing’s uncle suddenly died, and her greedy mother-in-law secretly seized the family’s savings. For money, the mother-in-law joined forces with relatives and cruelly sold Fang 496Reads8.7Score—14d adds
6. 6 中 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) Xie Guimei谢桂梅Historical213k WordsCompleted 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 10.8kReads9.6Score1.2k14d adds
7. 7 东 The Chronicles of the Eastern Zhou Kingdoms 东周列国志 Feng Menglong冯梦龙Historical677k WordsCompleted More than five hundred years of upheaval in the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods unfold in this book! The Zhou royal house declined and the feudal lords rose. The Five Hegemons of the Spring and Autumn period took turns dominating, while the Seven Warring States fought for control of the Central Plains. From the brief hegemony of Duke Zhuang of Zheng to Duke Huan of Qi uniting the feudal lords; from Wu Zixu’s quest for revenge to the battle of wits between Sun Bin and Pang Juan; from 81Reads9.1Score—14d adds

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8. 8 宋 History of the Song: Annals of Emperor Taizu 宋史·太祖本纪 Tuo Tuo脱脱Historical21k WordsCompleted He may have been the best “actor” among the founding emperors in Chinese history. In 960 CE, a carefully orchestrated “forced enthronement” at Chenqiao Station propelled Zhao Kuangyin from a general of the Later Zhou into the founding emperor of the Song Dynasty. Over drinks, he stripped the founding generals of their military power; amid the shadows of an axe and candlelight, the mystery surrounding his bizarre death remains unsolved to this day. Some call him a wise ruler who ended the chaos o 147Reads8.4Score—14d adds
9. 9 康 Kangxi the Great (1): Seizing the Palace and Taking the Reins 康熙大帝(1)夺宫初政 Er Yuehe二月河Historical266k WordsCompleted This is the first volume, The Coup and the Early Reign, in the historical novel series The Kangxi Emperor. Kangxi ascended the throne at the age of eight, with four regents appointed by the late Shunzhi Emperor: Sonin, Suksaha, Ebilun, and Oboi. Oboi grew arrogant over his achievements and acted tyrannically. After the senior statesman Sonin died of illness, Oboi won over Ebilun and executed Suksaha for refusing to cooperate with him. He seized control of the government, often roaring in the imp 1.6kReads9.6Score12214d adds

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10. 10 中 China's Twelve Most Dangerous Dinner Parties 中国最危险的十二个饭局 I Don't Want to Eat Broccoli不想吃西蓝花Historical95k WordsCompleted [Historical Intrigue Anthology] [Short Story Collection] [Game Theory and Psychology] [Unveiling History] Wine cups clink, and murderous intent lurks beneath the surface. One banquet can be enough to change the fate of a dynasty. This book brings together twelve deadly banquets recorded in the history books, including the Feast at Hongmen, Cao Cao's Wine-and-Plum Gathering, the Meeting at Mianchi, and the Gathering of Heroes. Xiang Yu, Liu Bang, Cao Cao, Liu Bei, Lin Xiangru, Zhou Yu, Yue Fei, y 457Reads9.3Score15314d adds
11. 11 长 The Battle of Lake Changjin: The Turning Point of the Korean War 长津湖战役：朝鲜战争的拐点 Li Ran李然Historical52k WordsCompleted Discover the true story of the Battle of Lake Changjin, a desperate clash of wills and faith. We salute the great soldiers. Those faces hidden beneath the ice, those who died under the bombs: they deserve to be remembered! More than seventy years ago, the Langlin Mountains were rugged and buried beneath heavy snow. The wind howled into people's ears, as loud as an exploding shell. Many lay in the snow. The charge sounded, but they could no longer move. Snowflakes settled on their eyelashes, and 658Reads9.4Score—14d adds

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    True history, though less legendary, is far more vivid and real. [Heavy punch][Heavy punch][Heavy punch]

12. 12 中 A History of Chinese Warfare: Spring and Autumn and Warring States Periods 中国战争史之春秋战国 Historical and Military Archives历史军事档案室Historical63k WordsCompleted [History + Military + Warfare + Strategy] On the battlefield, split-second decisions to kill or spare can determine a nation's fate. From Duke Huan of Qi's hegemony under the banner of “revering the king and repelling the barbarians,” to the rise of Qin's fierce army after Shang Yang's reforms; from the gleam of blades in the Wu-Yue conflict to the strategists' cunning schemes and verbal battles with scholars, every detail is steeped in the turmoil and bloodshed unique to the Spring and Autumn a 148Reads9.2Score4114d adds
13. 13 四 The Secret Histories of the Four Great Beauties 四大美人秘史 Master Su Jiu素阄主人Historical103k WordsCompleted The Secret History of the Four Great Beauties is a vivid, legendary novel about four famous beauties of ancient China: Xi Shi, Wang Zhaojun, Diao Chan, and Yang Guifei. Skillfully blending history and legend, fact and fiction, this work uses delicate prose and rich storytelling to reveal the important roles these four beauties played in their respective eras and the influence they had. During the Spring and Autumn period, Xi Shi used her beauty to beguile King Fuchai of Wu under a plan devised b 127Reads9.2Score3814d adds
14. 14 中 One Book Is All You Need to Read Chinese History 中国历史读这本就够了 Lü Simei吕思勉Historical357k WordsCompleted Discover the truth of history through clear, accessible writing. A Comprehensive Guide to Chinese History is the magnum opus of the renowned historian Lü Simian. Organized chronologically, it covers politics, economics, culture, society, and much more. In this sweeping historical work, Lü Simian brings a series of vivid scenes to life with engaging prose and a rigorous historical perspective: from ancient legends of the world's creation to the gradual formation of ritual and musical civilization 46Reads8.4Score—14d adds
15. 15 战 King of the Battlefield: The Decisive Edge in the Age of Cold Weapons 战场之王 冷兵器时代的决胜关键 Bai Ze白泽16k WordsCompleted Although guns and cannons rule the modern battlefield, cold weapons are once again catching people's attention thanks to their irreplaceable advantages. They are the true veterans, embodying humanity's deep-seated yearning for iron and blood! The appeal of weapons goes beyond killing. It lies in the stories of blood and tears hidden behind the killing, and in every warrior who stands on the battlefield with a sword or knife in hand! History is no fairy tale. Where will the stories of cold weapon 17Reads8.1Score—14d adds
16. 16 被 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 Xing Jian行简Historical10k WordsCompleted [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 75Reads9.2Score—14d adds
17. 17 封 The Feng Clan's Record of Things Seen and Heard 封氏闻见记 Feng Yan封演Historical30k WordsCompleted Records of What Feng Yan Heard and Saw is a ten-volume collection of informal writings by the Tang dynasty scholar Feng Yan. Its broad-ranging contents cover many aspects of the Tang dynasty, including politics, institutions, culture, customs, geography, and anecdotes about notable figures. Written as a record of personal observations and accounts, it carefully documents little-known details of Tang social life, providing valuable firsthand material for the study of Tang history and culture. Unl 14Reads7.9Score1214d adds

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    Knowledge entered my brain in an incredible way! [I'm so full!][I'm so full!][I'm so full!]

18. 18 古 The Survival Code of Ancient China: Decoding the Nine Classes of Society 古代生存密码：解密三教九流 Bai Ze白泽Historical155k WordsCompleted Confucianism: The state religion through the ages, assisting the Son of Heaven in educating the people... Confucianism takes Confucian thought as its supreme belief and honors Confucius as its founding teacher. To distinguish it from Taoism, which venerates the thought of Laozi, Zhuangzi, and other Daoists, later generations began calling it Confucianism during the Northern and Southern Dynasties. Thus, Confucius is also revered as the holy founder of Confucianism. The Dao: The way of heaven and 88Reads9.3Score—14d adds
19. 19 圣 A Brief History of Christmas 圣诞简史 Mister Cangshan苍山先生34k WordsCompleted In December, the thing people look forward to most, besides snow, is of course the holidays. At this time of year, you can see the whole city come alive with festive cheer. Christmas trees and lights are everywhere, white-bearded old men appear on the streets, Christmas songs play in shopping malls, and all kinds of gift boxes announce that Christmas is on its way! Christmas comes around every year, but how much do you know about the holiday? Christmas, also known as the Feast of the Nativity, i 11Reads9.1Score914d adds
20. 20 中 An Introduction to Ancient Chinese Culture 中国古代文化常识 Li Ran李然Historical839k WordsCompleted This book is a systematic and comprehensive encyclopedia of essential knowledge about Chinese literature, intended to provide readers with thorough, well-organized cultural knowledge. Covering literature, art, religious beliefs, politics, economics, culture, entertainment, philosophy, science, and many other fields, it uses detailed discussions and a rigorous scholarly approach to help readers gain a deeper understanding of the breadth and depth of Chinese culture. The section on literature prov 154Reads8.6Score7214d adds
21. 21 弄 Playing with Love: The Charming Prince 弄情：弄情贝勒 Little Fish小鱼Ancient Romance59k WordsCompleted He’s a clueless blockhead, with nerves thicker than a telephone pole. Though he’s a young PhD, he knows nothing except electronic engineering. Then, for no apparent reason, the Matchmaker spirits him back to ancient times. This is a disaster! No matter how advanced his education, it’s useless in this desert kingdom! ...This audacious, insolent man dares not to kneel when he meets her, then proceeds to spout a string of nonsense. But he really is handsome, and even this fierce princess can’t help 2Reads8.1Score—14d adds

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    Fengtian Shuangxiongyi

22. 22 残 The Heartbroken Beile 残情贝勒 Scoop Up the Moon掬月Ancient Romance69k WordsCompleted The Tenth Beile of the Eastern City wants to take her as a concubine? She is neither a lady from a distinguished family nor someone with power or influence. How could she presume to marry into the nobility? Besides, she yearns for the Westerners' “one husband, one wife” system and has no intention of sharing a husband with anyone! She thought the only way out was to make the Beile call off the engagement himself. But after entering the Beile residence, a wickedly handsome man unexpectedly took h 4Reads8.6Score—14d adds
23. 23 清 A Grand Survey of Qing Dynasty Scandalous History: Complete in Five Volumes 清朝野史大观（全五卷） Master of the Little Hengxiang Studio小横香室主人Historical1.2M WordsCompleted This is a comprehensive collection of historical materials drawn from unofficial Qing Dynasty histories and anecdotes. It is divided into five sections: “Tales from the Qing Palace,” “Qing Dynasty Historical Records,” “Anecdotes of Qing Figures,” “The Arts of the Qing Dynasty,” and “Strange Tales of the Qing Era.” Its contents have been compiled from more than a hundred collections of Qing-era notes and short stories, covering countless secrets from the early Qing to its final years. These inclu 97Reads8.4Score—14d adds
24. 24 中 Lessons for the Chinese People (Two Volumes) 中国人的教训（共2册） Li Guowen李国文Historical562k WordsCompleted This book is a representative work by renowned author Li Guowen, who has devoted more than twenty years to writing accessible works on history and culture. Taking the present as his starting point, he explores the gains and losses in the lives of individuals in ancient China. Drawing on an extensive study of historical sources, including official histories, unofficial accounts, miscellanies, historical essays, and notes, the book examines history and its people, using the past to understand the 76Reads8.7Score—14d adds
25. 25 大 The Story of the Qing Dynasty 大清的故事 Yun Hairui云海瑞1.0M WordsCompleted The story of China's last feudal dynasty, from its founding by Hong Taiji to the final emperor, Xuantong. It explores Qing dynasty history from different perspectives. A fresh point of view for readers. 85Reads6.8Score75414d adds
26. 26 别 Don't Laugh, This Is the Official History of the Qing Dynasty (Three-Book Set) 别笑，这是大清正史（共3册） Fog Fills the River雾满拦江Historical683k WordsCompleted Don’t Laugh, This Is the True History of the Qing Dynasty (3-Book Set). Part One recounts the history from Nurhaci’s birth in 1559 to the 86 years during which Shi Kefa was trapped in Yangzhou, ending in 1645. This was a turbulent era of upheaval and change, as the Qing rose and the Ming fell. The events that unfolded were gripping, bloody, and brutal. Part Two depicts the 105 years from the birth of Zhang Xianzhong, the “Demon King of Chaos,” in 1606 to 1720, when Yue Zhongqi entered Tibet and 420Reads8.5Score—14d adds
27. 27 皇 Hong Taiji: The Founding Emperor of the Qing Dynasty 皇太极：清朝开国皇帝 Good Fortune and Happiness Beijing吉祥如意北京Historical332k WordsCompleted Emperor Hong Taiji: Founder of the Qing Dynasty follows the extraordinary life of Hong Taiji, the founding emperor of the Qing Dynasty. From the birth of the eldest son in Hetu Ala in 1592 to Hong Taiji's death in Shengjing in 1643, the book vividly portrays his transformation from a young beile to Emperor Taizong of the Great Qing. He fought alongside his father as a youth and first distinguished himself at the Battle of Sarhu. After succeeding to the throne, he abolished old practices, establi 4.6kReads7.9Score11714d adds
28. 28 土 The Tusi Rebellion 土司乱 Rao Yunhua饶云华Historical96k WordsCompleted This volume contains three historical novellas by the author, based on local history from Chuxiong Prefecture in Yunnan Province. "The Art of Officialdom" tells the story of the Ming dynasty thinker Li Zhi during his tenure as prefect of Yao'an. Set in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, "The Calamity of the Prodigy" follows Gao Yingying, the son of Yao'an Prefecture's Gao chieftain, famed as a child prodigy, who becomes the object of a tug-of-war among various political forces, including th 52Reads9.0Score1114d adds
29. 29 清 Veritable Records of Emperor Taizong of the Qing: Hong Taiji 清太宗文皇帝实录：皇太极 Qing Dynasty Official清代官员Historical693k WordsCompleted The Veritable Records of Emperor Taizong Wen of the Qing: Hong Taiji consists of sixty-five volumes and systematically documents the history of Emperor Taizong Hong Taiji's reign from 1626 to 1643. These records detail how Hong Taiji carried on Nurhaci's legacy, deepened internal reforms, improved the Eight Banners system, established the Six Boards, changed the name of the people to "Manchu," and adopted "Great Qing" as the country's name, among other measures that laid the foundations of the s 51Reads8.6Score—14d adds
30. 30 重 Reborn as Dorgon: I Left My First Love and Took the Empire 重生多尔衮：甩了白月光，夺江山 Gui Pingxia贵平侠Historical847k WordsCompleted Synopsis of Reborn Dorgon: Cast Aside the White Moonlight, Claim More Than the Empire Regent Prince Dorgon is dead. Shunzhi, whom he had personally helped ascend the throne, gave him an imperial funeral and posthumously honored him as “Emperor Chengzong Yi of the Great Qing.” Dorgon thought that made his life worthwhile. But just three months after his death, Shunzhi turned on him, confiscating his estate and stripping him of his title before having his corpse flogged, his bones crushed, and 336Reads6.7Score12314d adds
31. 31 中 A History of Prostitution in China (A Republic-Era Masters’ History Collection) 中国娼妓史(民国名家史学典藏文库) Slave to Books Wang王书奴Historical164k WordsCompleted This book is divided into six chapters: Introduction; The Era of Shaman Courtesans; The Emergence of Slave Prostitutes and Official Courtesans; The Parallel Rise of Household Courtesans and Slave Prostitutes; The Golden Age of Official Courtesans; and The Era of Privately Run Prostitution. Topics include names and definitions, distinctions between periods, when the history of Chinese prostitution began, and shaman courtesans in the Shang dynasty, among others. 121Reads8.5Score12114d adds

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    Actually, some knowledge isn't exactly obscure, like feng shui or traditional Chinese medicine. It's just that we think it's a bit difficult, so we haven't learned about it. But it's not difficult at all. The authors of these books have written it very clearly, and even beginners can understand it!

32. 32 天 The Celestial Master Is Here: Qimen Feng Shui Shakes the World 天师在此，奇门风水震天下 Big Eggplant大茄子Mystery6.3M WordsCompleted [Several short dramas have been adapted from this novel: Feng Shui Heavenly Master, The Grand Master of Qimen Feng Shui, The Heavenly Master Is Here, Qimen Feng Shui Shakes the World, Notes of a Folk Feng Shui Master, and others] Everything in this book is fictional. Just enjoy the story, don’t take it seriously, and don’t get too caught up in it... 249.1kReads9.1Score60.5k14d adds
33. 33 一 Chinese History That Gets You Hooked from the First Page 一读就上瘾的中国史 July Yan'an七月延安Historical892k WordsCompleted A sweeping series on the historical patterns of five thousand years of Chinese history, helping you build a rational, objective, and pattern-seeking framework for a new way of thinking! This series is, in fact, a history book even more captivating than a novel. Starting with the Qin and Han dynasties, it covers the Jin dynasties, the Northern and Southern Dynasties, the Sui and Tang dynasties, the Song, Liao, Jin, and Xia dynasties, the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, and the Taiping Heavenly Ki 36.1kReads9.5Score5k14d adds
34. 34 妖 Monster Codes: Journey to the West 妖怪密码：西游记 Bai Ze白泽Eastern Fantasy333k WordsCompleted How many demons are there in Journey to the West? The White Bone Spirit, Tiger Vanguard, the Red-Rumped Macaque, Red Boy... Only after enduring the Eighty-One Tribulations can one look upon the world's fortunes with a smile. What are their true forms? What becomes of them? Is there a connection between demons and natural phenomena? Here, I'll reveal the answers to all these questions, one by one. 168Reads9.3Score3014d adds

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35. 35 一 The Three Kingdoms: History So Addictive, You Can’t Put It Down 一读就上瘾的三国史 SpikeHistorical191k WordsCompleted The Three Kingdoms era was marked by endless warfare and rival warlords, and is now familiar to everyone thanks to Romance of the Three Kingdoms. But the novel isn't history, and some of the famous stories we all know never actually happened! Did Zhuge Liang really borrow arrows with straw boats? Why is Zhang He known as “the Three Kingdoms strength tester”? How did Fei Yi live a life worthy of the title “master of pacing”? Did Cao Zhi really love his sister-in-law? Why is Cao Cao's life said to 1.1kReads9.5Score10014d adds
36. 36 资 Comprehensive Mirror in Aid of Governance: Zhou Chronicle, Modern Chinese Edition 资治通鉴·周纪（白话版） Sima Guang司马光Historical66k WordsCompleted Comprehensive Mirror to Aid in Government is a monumental chronological history of ancient China, compiled by Sima Guang during the Northern Song dynasty. It covers 1,362 years of history, from the Warring States period to the Five Dynasties. This book presents the “Zhou Annals” as a standalone work, translated in full into clear, modern language for contemporary readers. This edition covers all five volumes of the “Zhou Annals,” from the twenty-third year of King Weilie of Zhou (403 BCE) to the 15Reads8.6Score814d adds
37. 37 趣 The Song Dynasty, Told with a Twist 趣说大宋王朝 Historical and Military Archives历史军事档案室Historical696k WordsCompleted The emperor's art of statecraft in a single cup of wine, the fateful legend of the “fragrant boy's birth,” a prophetic monk who foretold that “the inspector would become emperor,” and the schemes and ambitions behind a yellow imperial robe... The founding of the Song dynasty was far more fascinating than the history books suggest! Discover Zhao Kuangyin's rise from street urchin to founding emperor: his “forced” ascension at Chenqiao Station, the mysterious prophecy at Xiangyang Temple, the lig 4.9kReads9.5Score22314d adds
38. 38 奸 Tales of Treacherous Ministers: The Five Fiends and Six Bandits of the Northern Song 奸臣传之北宋五鬼六贼 Trajectory轨迹Historical49k WordsCompleted [A roll call of treacherous ministers, with a touch of spicy humor and theatrical satire!] The Biography of Treacherous Ministers: The Five Ghosts and Six Bandits of the Northern Song is like a blacklist of history's ultimate “villain club”! No need to transmigrate to the Song dynasty. You can “watch remotely” as these self-serving, scheming power brokers stir up trouble. Wang Qinruo, Ding Wei, Chen Pengnian, Liu Chenggui, and Lin Te, along with Cai Jing, Tong Guan, Wang Fu, Liang Shicheng, Zhu 7Reads8.4Score—14d adds
39. 39 这 This Tang Dynasty Is a Little Chilly 这个唐朝有点冷 Chen Taiyao陈太瑶Historical107k WordsCompleted [Lesser-known Figures + History for Fun] Don't imagine the Tang dynasty as just officials and scholars leaning on railings along Chang'an's avenues to compose poetry, a noble consort gently waving a fan, and Emperor Taizong solemnly surveying the realm. This book opens the “refrigerator door” of history to show how the celebrated figures presented so seriously in official records may actually have been jokesters, master wisecrackers, and purveyors of astonishing twists. Come along, and you'll di 18Reads9.2Score714d adds
40. 40 中 A General History of China 中国通史 Ren Zhongyuan任中原Historical491k WordsCompleted The world-famous writer Cervantes said, “History gives birth to truth; it can withstand time and preserve old tales and past events. It is a record of ancient times, a warning for the present, and a lesson for future generations.” History is a mirror that records the successes and failures, prosperity and decline, triumphs and tragedies, transitions and renewal of human society. It also foreshadows humanity's future. 26kReads9.6Score4k14d adds

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    Every word and phrase is an echo of the times.

41. 41 山 The Rise and Fall of a Shanxi Coal Tycoon 山西煤老板兴衰史 Wei Xinghe韦星河10k WordsCompleted The Rise and Fall of Shanxi’s Coal Barons 7Reads—Score—14d adds

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42. 42 一 Memoirs of a Coal Tycoon 一个煤老板的回忆录 Xiaoya Takes in the Scenery小雅看风景8k WordsCompleted A Coal Baron’s Memoir 7Reads—Score—14d adds
43. 43 我 My Years with a Female Coal Tycoon 我与女煤老板的那些年 Wu Shihao吴世豪Urban20k WordsCompleted The turbulent decade of the coal barons: their former glory was unmatched, yet their eventual downfall went largely unnoticed. This story recounts the many amusing things that happened between me and a female coal baron. —Reads—Score—14d adds
44. 44 重 Reborn in 1991: From Debt to World Tycoon 重生91，从负债到世界大亨 Crossing the Great River过大河Urban293k WordsCompleted That year, in the depths of winter, the breeze was gentle and everything was just right. Back at the crossroads of fate, Gu Hang looked at the path beneath his feet. People were so innocent, and the times were so full of promise. There was still time for everything. Time for what? Of course, time to become the richest man in the world. 2Reads—Score—14d adds
45. 45 窗 The Road Outside the Window and the Sea in My Heart 窗外的路与心中的海 Stone Little Xi石头小西Modern Romance207k WordsCompleted If you have ever: · Struggled to balance your dreams and reality · Tried to understand your parents' silence while also making sense of the next generation's boldness · Worked to protect a little undying light amid an ordinary, or even difficult, life Then open this book. Here, you'll find a sea of your own. 4Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A high-quality novel with realistic themes, rich in knowledge and full of practical skills!

46. 46 弃 Cast Aside, I Become Emperor: My Fate Is Mine to Command 弃子成皇：我命由我不由天 Stone Little Xi石头小西Mystery113k WordsCompleted Yesterday, I was a discarded pawn. Today, I am the emperor. From pawn to player, and finally to the throne. This is the road of a ruthless hero, paved with mountains of corpses and seas of blood. Everyone who stands in my way will become a stepping stone on my path from “discarded pawn to emperor.” 23Reads—Score—14d adds
47. 47 只 I Just Want to Retire on Time, but the Dean Is Making Me a Big Shot 只想按时退休，院长逼我当大佬 Stone Little Xi石头小西Urban433k WordsCompleted With a slacker's attitude, the protagonist takes down every task that stands in the way of his retirement! He turns a laid-back life into a path to greatness. Reborn at forty-five as a finance department head, his only goal is to coast until retirement, but the workaholic dean forces him to become a power behind the scenes. Watch him grumble to himself while wielding Excel to devastating effect. The thrills and laughs are off the charts! —Reads—Score—14d adds
48. 48 十 Ten Socializing Techniques 十神社交术 Philosopher Cat哲学猫Urban130k WordsCompleted This is an unconventional guide to the art of social interaction, inspired by the author’s insights into “Daoist Eight Characters fortune-telling” and “Western pickup artistry.” It is completely different from the books on relationships you see in everyday life: not only is it easy to understand, it is also highly practical. Let’s look at the true nature of human beings in social interactions from a different perspective… 36Reads—Score—14d adds

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