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- 51 A Complete Guide to Chinese and World History: A Must-Have for Every Chinese Household 中国历史世界历史一本通 (中国家庭必备书) The renowned British historian Arnold Toynbee once said, “If a person can immerse themselves in an understanding of history, they will surely gain true knowledge, because the lessons of history are the richest treasury of wisdom.” Learning about Chinese and world history in a short time and gaining an understanding of the world as a whole has been the dream and pursuit of many people throughout the ages. If you want to understand history, you must first acquire the necessary historical knowledge 399Reads9.2Score127Shelves
- 52 Tales from the Han Dynasty 汉朝时期那些事 At the end of the Qin dynasty, the realm fell into chaos and heroes rose up everywhere. Chen Sheng, Xiang Liang, Xiang Yu, Zhang Han, Liu Bang, and countless other heroes burst onto the stage. The book’s battle scenes are grand and sweeping, one after another, each packed with explosive action and never a dull moment. Its heroes are vividly portrayed, and their clashes are thrilling and spectacular. The story twists and turns, with memorable episodes, while the writing is witty and humorous, bri 556Reads8.2Score—Shelves
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My Soul Transmigrated to the Ming Dynasty, but I Don't Want to Use the Dragon-Slaying Art 魂穿大明，我真不想用屠龙术
Zhao An was an ordinary young man in modern society until an accident caused him to transmigrate to the Ming Dynasty. At first, he only wanted to use his knowledge and hard work to master the arts of war and letters, serve the emperor, and give his family a prosperous life. But for various reasons, he had to abandon his original goal, eventually embarking on a path to slay the dragon.
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The Kangxi Emperor (Complete in Four Volumes) 康熙大帝（全四册）
The Great Kangxi Emperor is a historical novel by Er Yuehe. The author began writing it in 1984 and completed all four volumes, totaling more than 1.6 million characters, over the course of four years. Volumes one through four were published by the Yellow River Literature and Art Publishing House, and traditional-character vertical-text editions were later released in Hong Kong and Taiwan. The Great Kangxi Emperor is an epic work. It vividly portrays the 61 years of the early Qing dynasty, from
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- 55 New Song (15-Book Edition) 新宋（全15册） No discussion of alternate-history fiction is complete without mentioning The New Song! Fifteen years in the making, the 3.6-million-word novel The New Song has officially reached its finale! Highly recommended by Ma Boyong, Luo Zhenyu, and Han Song! An encyclopedia of the Song dynasty! Its customs, etiquette, clothing, architecture, and institutions have all been meticulously researched. The author worked tirelessly to earn a PhD in history from Sichuan University while writing The New Song. Ma —Reads8.5Score—Shelves
- 56 Emperor Wu of Han: The Complete Three-Volume Set, Newly Revised Collector’s Edition 汉武大帝（全三册·全新修订珍藏版） The Great Emperor Wu of Han opens with Liu Che's childhood and follows his precarious rise to the throne and his consolidation of power. Through major events including appointing worthy officials and instituting reforms, honoring the king and repelling the barbarians, fighting the Xiongnu, sending envoys to the Western Regions, the Witchcraft Scourge, and publicly acknowledging his failings, it presents the full sweep of Emperor Wu's turbulent life. Set against an age of shifting fortunes and ex 885Reads9.5Score215Shelves
- 57 The Best Classic Historical Novel Collection (Thirty-One-Book Set) 超值经典历史小说集（全三十一册） These classic Chinese novels have been passed down for hundreds, even thousands, of years. Their plots are captivating and immensely readable. Whenever you pick them up, it's hard to put them down. This collection includes 31 volumes, among them The Sword of Spring and Autumn, The Generals of the Hu Family, The Pearl's Fate, The Sequel to The Romance of the Sui and Tang Dynasties, The Chronicles of the Sea Kingdom, and The Secret History of the Five Dynasties. For lovers of classical literature, 1.1kReads9.4Score245Shelves
- 58 The Hunan Army (Complete in 6 Volumes) 天下湘军（全六册） “Xiang Army” was the name given to the local armed forces of Hunan in the late Qing dynasty. They were first called the “Xiang Braves” and later the “Xiang Army.” Founded by Zeng Guofan, the Xiang Army established an infantry, a navy, a military administration office, and a supply bureau. Its leading officers were mainly from Hunan, and Zeng Guofan was connected to them as a fellow native, teacher, classmate, or relative. The army valued education. Battalion commanders recruited their own soldie 225Reads9.4Score105Shelves
- 59 Turbulent Years (1960–1969) 动荡年代（1960－1969） Turbulent Years recounts major events in the development of modern Chinese history from 1960 to 1969. It covers the Central Committee's Shanghai Conference and its decision to continue the Great Leap Forward, the proposal of the Four Modernizations, the official establishment of the Tibet Autonomous Region, the People's Liberation Army's participation in the fight against U.S. aggression and aid to Vietnam, the Cultural Revolution, the February Countercurrent, and other historical events. 6.2kReads9.4Score718Shelves
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Tales of the Spring and Autumn Period: Reconstructed Rites and the Struggle for Hegemony, Part One 春秋往事复原尊礼与图霸上
Professor Liu Fengquan has spent many years researching the history and literature of the pre-Qin period. Honoring Ritual and Striving for Hegemony offers a comprehensive and accurate reconstruction of the history of the Spring and Autumn period. For readers who want to understand the truth of history and study the classics, this book is the wisest choice. Based on chronological historical records, it is carefully structured and arranges its sources into a coherent narrative, rejecting fabricati
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- 61 Tales of the Spring and Autumn Period: Reconstructed Rites and the Struggle for Hegemony, Part Two 春秋往事复原尊礼与图霸中 Professor Liu Fengquan has devoted many years to the study of pre-Qin history and literature. Honoring Ritual and Seeking Hegemony is a faithful reconstruction of the history of the Spring and Autumn period. For readers who want to understand the truth of history and study the classics, reading this book is the wisest choice. Honoring Ritual and Seeking Hegemony is a serious work of historical reading. Based on chronological records, it is carefully conceived and structured, weaving together his 1Reads—Score—Shelves
- 62 Reconstructing the Spring and Autumn: Reviving Rituals and Pursuing Hegemony 春秋往事复原尊礼与图霸下 Professor Liu Fengquan has spent many years researching the history and literature of the pre-Qin era. Respecting Rites and Pursuing Hegemony is a faithful reconstruction of the historical events of the Spring and Autumn period. For readers who want to understand the truth of history and study the classics, this book is the wisest choice. Respecting Rites and Pursuing Hegemony is a serious work of history. Based on chronological historical sources, it is carefully planned and structured, with th 3Reads—Score—Shelves
- 63 Tales of the Warring States: Reconstructed Rivalries and the Struggle for Supremacy, Part One 战国往事复原争鸣与逐鹿上 Professor Liu Fengquan has spent many years researching the history and literature of the pre-Qin period. Contention and Conquest offers an accurate reconstruction of the history of the Warring States period. For readers who want to understand the truth of history and study the classics, this book is the wisest choice. Contention and Conquest is a serious work of history. Based on chronological historical records, it is carefully structured and arranges its sources into a coherent narrative, rej 4Reads—Score—Shelves
- 64 Tales of the Warring States: Reconstructed Rivalries and the Struggle for Supremacy, Part Two 战国往事复原争鸣与逐鹿中 Professor Liu Fengquan has devoted many years to the study of pre-Qin history and literature. Contending Ideas and the Struggle for Hegemony is a faithful reconstruction of the history of the Warring States period. For readers who want to understand the truth of history and study the classics, reading this book is the wisest choice. Contending Ideas and the Struggle for Hegemony is a serious work of historical reading. Based on chronological records, it is carefully conceived and structured, wea 2Reads—Score—Shelves
- 65 Tales of the Warring States: Reconstructed Rivalries and the Struggle for Supremacy, Part Three 战国往事复原争鸣与逐鹿下 Professor Liu Fengquan has devoted many years to the study of pre-Qin history and literature. Contending Ideas and the Struggle for Hegemony is a faithful reconstruction of the history of the Warring States period. For readers who want to understand the truth of history and study the classics, reading this book is the wisest choice. Contending Ideas and the Struggle for Hegemony is a serious work of historical reading. Based on chronological records, it is carefully conceived and structured, wea 1Reads—Score—Shelves
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The Taiping Heavenly Kingdom: A Lone Army Against the Tide 太平天国之逆流孤军
Think he's staging a rebellion? No, he's reshaping the world's order. When the supernatural meets physics, when cold weapons collide with rifling, when folk songs give way to The Internationale... History has never been a script set in stone. It was rebooted by a fisherman who got struck by lightning at just the wrong moment. A friendly reminder: Don't fish during thunderstorms, unless you want to rewrite modern history. Note: This book has no System, no harem, and no hidden agenda. It's simply
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The Sorrows of the Ming: Joking About Li Zicheng 明殇之笑侃李自成
The completed historical novel set in the late Ming, Ming Tragedy: Laughing About Li Zicheng, focuses on the rebel king Li Zicheng and the chaos of Chongzhen’s final years, recounting the entire course of the peasant uprising at the end of the Ming dynasty. From Chongzhen’s abolishing of the courier stations and the severe drought in northern Shaanxi, to loan sharks driving people to desperation, Li Zicheng’s uprising, the Battle of Luoyang, Sun Chuanting’s defeat, the fall of Beijing, Chongzhen
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Passing Myself Off as a Tang: Wowing the World and Aiding Zhenguan 冒姓大唐：技惊天下助贞观
Real historical events and figures are woven into the story, bringing to life the grandeur and pulse of the Zhenguan era. From papermaking, soapmaking, and composting to water-powered machinery and improved weapons, each step faithfully recreates the Tang dynasty's path of technological innovation. Watch a tech enthusiast use “frivolous tricks and gadgets” to spar with censors, charm generals, and match wits with famous ministers, bringing a refreshingly unconventional flair to the Zhenguan cour
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The Mad Daoist Xiaofan’s Journey to Enlightenment in the Mortal World 癫道小凡的人尘悟道之行
Author He Gui Gu Shan Xi poured their heart and soul into this work, blending historical sources and imagination. They build bridges between fact and fiction, and paint in the space between what is and what is not. They strive to restore historical figures to their true character while drawing on personal experience to reimagine fictional characters in depth. The novel embraces the earnest pursuit of knowledge and the Dao, the benevolence of healing through medicine, the wisdom of feng shui, the
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