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The Landlord 地主
Landlord
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The Han Dynasty's Realm: The Complete Seven-Book Series 汉家天下（全七部）
Beginning with “Xiao He Pursues Han Xin by Moonlight” and ending with Huo Guang's rise to power, The Han Empire consists of seven volumes covering the rise of the early Western Han dynasty. Famous historical figures such as Liu Bang, Han Xin, Xiao He, Zhou Bo, Empress Lu, Jia Yi, Zhou Yafu, Emperor Wen of Han, Emperor Jing of Han, Chao Cuo, Yuan Ang, Emperor Wu of Han, Wei Qing, Huo Qubing, Li Guang, Li Ling, and Huo Guang come vividly to life once more, brimming with charm. Read the history of
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Fifty Years of the Western Jin Dynasty 西晋五十年
The turmoil at the end of the Han Dynasty was the result of diverging social and political needs and intensifying conflicts. The Western Jin Dynasty was able to establish its rule and advance unification because it had a distinctive ability to accommodate social needs and balance social conflicts. Its failure to endure after founding the dynasty, however, reflected the limitations and failings of its ruling class. All of this is condensed into the Western Jin's "life span" of half a century, mak
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Hedong During the Wars of the Eastern Wei, Western Wei, Northern Zhou, and Northern Qi 两魏周齐战争中的河东
This is one of the representative works by Song Jie, a scholar of historical military geography, and an extension of his book The Geographical Hubs of Ancient Chinese Warfare. It offers an in-depth look at the “Hedong geographical hub” in the struggle for supremacy among the Eastern Wei, Western Wei, Northern Zhou, and Northern Qi. The author first traces the administrative evolution of Hedong from the Qin and Han through the Wei and Jin periods, defining the scope of the geographical term “Hedo
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Gu Yuan Explains the Comprehensive Mirror: The Rise and Fall of the Western Han 谷园讲通鉴：西汉兴衰史
Liu Bang began as an ordinary commoner, joined the tide of rebellions at the end of the Qin Dynasty, defeated the Hegemon-King of Western Chu, seized the realm, and founded the Han Empire. Under Emperor Wen and Emperor Jing, the Western Han prospered through diligent governance. Under Emperor Wu, it reached its height through "strengthening imperial authority at home and subduing the four frontier peoples abroad." The revival under Emperors Zhao and Xuan kept the imperial clan in power, until Wa
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Notes from the Taoyuan Garden 弢园笔乘
The Taoyuan Bicheng is a collection of essays and miscellanies compiled in his Taoyuan study by Wang Tao, a late Qing thinker, political commentator, and man of letters. It is an important source for understanding social changes in the late Qing and the practical application of Wang Tao's ideas. Wang Tao (1828–1897) was a highly influential figure in modern Chinese history. Not only was he an early advocate of reform, he also pioneered political commentary in the Chinese press. Lin Yutang hailed
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The Great Figures of History: A Journey Through Glory and Turmoil 历代风云人物：辉煌与沧桑之路
This book selects dozens of the most influential figures in Chinese history, from the First Emperor of Qin and Emperor Wu of Han to celebrated officials of the late Qing. Rather than dwelling on their public achievements, it delves into the thinking behind their decisions at life-or-death moments and the personal traits that shaped their tragic fates. Through portraits of heroes weathering dramatic turns of fortune, it reveals the loneliness and helplessness behind the heights of power, helping
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If You Lived in the Han Dynasty 如果生活在汉朝
Taking a unique "everyday-life archaeology" perspective, this book explores the daily lives of ordinary people in the Han Dynasty through many aspects of life, including clothing, food, housing, transportation, and entertainment. Grounded in solid historical sources and written in a lighthearted, witty style, it brings to life a vibrant Han Dynasty. Readers will find here the hardships of ordinary people, amusing details of everyday life, and the wildly varied realities of society. Through these
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From Rookie to Multi-Millionaire 从小白到千万富翁
Told in the first person, this book follows an inexperienced mall worker as he grows into a multimillionaire. It is packed with practical advice: if you're planning a renovation, it can help you avoid costly mistakes; if you're hoping to start a business, it can offer inspiration. It also depicts local customs and traditions, giving you a glimpse of a different world.
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