Looking for Fun Reads That Teach Me Something, Preferably Chinese Classics or History 想看点涨知识的，最好是国学知识，好玩的历史

1. 1 开 From the Start, I Revealed the Achievements of Ancient Emperors and Stunned the Emperors 开局曝光古人皇功业，惊呆皇帝们 Trainee001练习生001Historical4.3M WordsOngoing [Historical retrospectives] + [a commoner's view of history] + [spoilers in the comments] + [emperors goofing around] + [A complete run-through of Chinese history from the Yan and Huang emperors, starting with the Shang] Chen Yong was hired to make a series of historical retrospectives. He planned to start with the Shang dynasty. To set his videos apart from the many others, he decided to follow standard historical methodology. Source priority: archaeological artifacts > official histories > 67.9kReads9.0Score4.6kShelves

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   This book is very well written. The author is remarkably objective in his portrayal of the emperors of the Qin, Han, and Tang dynasties (because many people have blindly praised Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin). The author also diligently researched historical materials (which is truly rare) and carefully analyzed various sources.

2. 2 马 Ma Boyong’s Hilarious Brief History of China 马伯庸笑翻中国简史 Ma Boyong马伯庸Historical97k WordsCompleted 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 3.7kReads9.2Score782Shelves

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   I have learned a lot.

3. 3 名 Three Hundred Famous Poems Shake the Nations, but I Just Want to Get Rich! 名诗三百震诸国，我只想当富商！ Leaning on the Tower, Gazing at the Bright Moon倚楼望明月Historical1.6M WordsCompleted After transmigrating, Jiang Han finds himself in Great Yu. He is completely bewildered, but the original owner’s life story leaves him even more so: First he studied literature, but failed the exams for three years. Then he took up martial arts, shot an arrow at the training ground, hit the drum attendant, and was thrown out. So he studied medicine and eventually mastered it. He wrote a good prescription, took it, and died. Being transmigrated into the body of a hapless fellow would be bad eno 18.2kReads8.7Score1.8kShelves

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   📖❤️‍🔥The joy of reading is boundless, a melody on the zither brings a gentle breeze! This mainly discusses: Chinese classical studies, or Chinese scholarship. Chronologically, it spans five thousand years of Chinese history and culture: from... This is a book full of poetry and philosophical thought, using delicate strokes to depict the minutiae of life. 🥰😍🥰 May your life be as beautiful as a poem, may time treat you gently, and may every step you take be bathed in spring sunshine.

4. 4 诸 The Biography of Zhuge Liang 诸葛亮传 Heluo Weaves Dreams河洛织梦Historical81k WordsOngoing An inspirational tale of a famous figure, recounting the remarkable life of Zhuge Liang, the Sage of Wisdom. Zhuge Liang (181–234), courtesy name Kongming and sobriquet Sleeping Dragon, was from Yangdu, Langya (present-day Yinan County, Shandong Province) and served as chancellor of Shu Han during the Three Kingdoms period. 9Reads—Score—Shelves

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   1. *The Biography of Zhuge Liang*: Authored by Heluo Zhimeng, this is an inspirational story about Zhuge Liang, the Prime Minister of Shu Han during the Three Kingdoms period. Zhuge Liang is a symbol of wisdom in Chinese history. By reading about his legendary life, one can gain a deeper understanding of the historical background, political landscape, and the wisdom and strategies of the figures during the Three Kingdoms period. It is an excellent read for enthusiasts of traditional Chinese culture. The book is currently being serialized on Tomato Novels, allowing readers to follow along and experience Zhuge Liang's personal charm and historical influence. 2. *Historical Review: Spoilers for the First Emperor's Second Generation's Demise* (also known as *Review: Li Shimin, the Governor of Asia, a Sensation Throughout Dynasties* on the app): The protagonist, Chen Yuan, obtains a time-traveling historical editing system, allowing him to edit videos and project them through a sky screen to various dynasties. The book includes various historical figures' reactions to modern videos, such as the collective euphoria of seeing "Zhu Di sealing the wolf's lair" and the complete madness of "Zhu Qizhen, the Emperor who knocked on the door." This highly creative premise not only allows readers to learn about historical figures and events in a relaxed and humorous atmosphere, but also sparks reflection on history and enhances their knowledge of traditional Chinese culture. 3. *I Watched Fan-Made Short Videos, and Emperors of All Dynasties Were Breached*: The short videos watched by the protagonist, Liu Yang, are transmitted to ancient times, and the ancients react in various ways to the modern video content. This book presents a unique perspective on the collision between historical figures and modern information, reinterpreting history from the perspective of the ancients. It allows readers to understand the historical characteristics of different dynasties and the personality traits of emperors in an entertaining way, making it a novel that enhances historical knowledge while being engaging. 4. *The Great Tang Strategic Reserves*: The protagonist travels back in time to the Tang Dynasty with a strategic reserve warehouse. The novel involves descriptions of the historical background, political system, and social customs of the Tang Dynasty as the plot unfolds. Readers can gain a deeper understanding of Tang Dynasty history and culture through the protagonist's experiences. Furthermore, the book is logically clear, well-reasoned, and presents historical knowledge accurately, making it a novel that allows readers to learn history while reading. 5. *The New Song Dynasty*: The author possesses profound historical and literary skills, effortlessly weaving historical allusions and quotations into the novel. Through the protagonist's experiences in the Song Dynasty, the novel showcases the political, economic, and cultural aspects of the era, providing readers with a deeper understanding of Song Dynasty history. For readers who enjoy traditional Chinese culture and history, this book will greatly expand their knowledge while also allowing them to appreciate the author's solid literary foundation and profound understanding of history.

5. 5 惊 A Golden Rankings List Appears, Reviewing History and Staggering Emperors Across the Ages 惊现金榜盘点历史，震惊历朝诸皇 Fan Xingyi范行一Historical1.7M WordsCompleted A review of history’s most heartbreaking figures. Everyone whose story has left the world lamenting will be featured. Starting with the ten emperors whose stories are most heartbreaking. Qin Shi Huang lamented: “I wanted the Great Qin to last for ten thousand generations, passed down from age to age. I never expected it to fall after only two.” Zhu Di lamented: “Can’t all my achievements in life clear my name of the charge that I usurped the throne?” The Chongzhen Emperor lamented: “I have 26.3kReads8.2Score1.3kShelves
6. 6 穿 I Transmigrate into Genshin Impact, Play Fan-Made Videos, and Everyone Cries 穿越原神，播放二创，众人哭了 Dusty Soup And Painted Rice尘羹涂饭Anime Fanfiction1.3M WordsOngoing [Genshin Impact] + [fan creation] + [livestream] + [comedy] + [chaotic Lumine] (There is a protagonist, there is a protagonist, there is a protagonist. I'll say it three times because it's important!!!) One day, Zhang Fan was livestreaming from his rented apartment, helping viewers clear Floor 12 of the Genshin Impact Spiral Abyss. A bolt of lightning struck, and he collapsed in front of his computer, unconscious. After who knows how long, Zhang Fan discovered that he had transmigrated to Teyvat 5.3kReads8.1Score132Shelves
7. 7 贞 The Leisurely Prince of Zhenguan 贞观小闲王 Enlightenment on the Way悟途Historical7.7M WordsOngoing [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 117.7kReads9.2Score6.8kShelves

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   The author is truly amazing! It's incredibly well-written!

8. 8 新 New Song (15-Book Edition) 新宋（全15册） A Yue阿越Historical3.4M WordsCompleted 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
9. 9 黄 The Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon, Explained with Laughs 黄帝内经爆笑讲解版 Eight Hundred Miles of Wind and Clouds风云八百里3.8M WordsOngoing Still missing out on China’s millennia-old treasures of health and wellness because classical texts are so hard to understand? This book breaks free from the dry style of traditional texts and uses laugh-out-loud language to unpack the foundational classics of Chinese medicine! It is divided into three volumes. The first offers clear, accessible explanations of the chapters of the Suwen, breaking down the underlying medical principles of yin and yang, the five elements, the organs, and qi and bl 13kReads8.7Score1.7kShelves

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   A wonderful collision of millennia-old medical wisdom and modern humor! This groundbreaking work simplifies the ancient and profound classic of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the *Huangdi Neijing*, with a lighthearted and humorous style, making learning fun. From Yin and Yang and the Five Elements to the internal organs and meridians, from health preservation to disease prevention, every obscure medical principle is cleverly integrated into lively and interesting stories and jokes, allowing readers to grasp the essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine while laughing heartily. Whether you are a beginner or an enthusiast of Traditional Chinese Medicine, you can find enjoyment and wisdom in this hilariously explained version, allowing ancient medical wisdom to be reborn in laughter and becoming a helpful guide to healthy living for modern people.

10. 10 半 A Half-Hour Cartoon History of China (Complete in Five Volumes) 半小时漫画中国史（全五册） Er Hunzi二混子Historical149k WordsCompleted 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 2.3kReads9.6Score555Shelves

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    *A Half-Hour History of China in Comics* is a uniquely crafted history book that uses comics and humorous language to tell the story of five thousand years of Chinese history. In today's fast-paced life, history books are often shelved due to their length or dry content, but this book takes a different approach, leading readers into the vast river of history through a lighthearted and humorous style. *A Half-Hour History of China in Comics* makes history accessible through its unique expression. It is not only a history book, but also a book that enlightens the mind and sparks thought. Through reading this book, I not only gained a deeper understanding of Chinese history, but also felt its charm and weight in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. History is not distant and dry text, but a series of vivid and lively stories. *A Half-Hour History of China in Comics* uses humor and comics to open a door for us to understand history, allowing us to learn while laughing and grow while learning. This book is not only suitable for history enthusiasts, but also for readers who are interested in history but find it boring. It shows us that history can be so interesting and so close to life.

11. 11 直 Livestream Fortune-Telling: President Shi, Your Wife Is Urging You to Get a Divorce 直播算命：时总，夫人催您去离婚 Nine-Nine One Grain of Millet九九一粒粟Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Metaphysics + livestream fortune-telling + wealthy CEO + devoted couple] Love story: A powerful mystic's soul drifted into another world. To stay alive, she had to bind her marriage fate to a man with purple qi. So the first time they met was at the civil affairs bureau. He said, “Marrying you was my grandmother's decision. We have no feelings for each other, so there won't be a wedding, and we won't live together after we marry.” She said, “No problem.” He said, “As agreed, we'll divorce in a 22.6kReads9.1Score3.8kShelves
12. 12 史 Historical Records of Strange Tales 史纪志异 Nine Linked Jade Pendants九衔环佩Eastern Fantasy39k WordsOngoing [Not a Feel-Good Power Fantasy + Historical What-If] [The First Historical Revision Novel Online] In the year 5022, humanity achieves physical transcendence through drugs and technology, and the whole world ascends. No ordinary people remain; everyone is an immortal. Social order collapses, ethics and morality fail, and civilization stagnates... Various organizations, each with their own agenda, send antidotes back through time. Tu Antu is born from a human belly, the last ordinary person in t —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Only cultured people can understand it

13. 13 从 From Eunuch to Emperor 从太监到皇帝 Bubble's Cat泡泡的猫Historical5.5M WordsCompleted Long Chen transmigrates to ancient times and finds himself in the castration chamber, about to be made a eunuch. Luckily, the man wielding the knife is an old acquaintance, and Long Chen narrowly escapes disaster. Using his wits, he rises step by step to the top and becomes the strongest emperor! 44.5kReads9.4Score5.1kShelves
14. 14 中 The Prequel to the Chinese Empire: The Hegemony of the Spring and Autumn Period 中华帝国前传之春秋争霸 Cheng Xueyi程雪衣Historical215k WordsCompleted [History + Chinese orthodoxy + the transformation from Zhou to Qin + institutional reform] After two hundred years of rival powers rising, see how a hegemon rewrites history. Based on historical works such as the Zuo Zhuan, the Records of the Grand Historian, and the Discourses of the States, this book tells the stories and introduces the figures of more than two centuries of Spring and Autumn history in vivid detail. Centered on the struggle for supremacy, it weaves together the major events an 69Reads9.3Score—Shelves

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    Chinese classical studies, classic works!

15. 15 岳 The Legend of Yue Fei 岳飞传 Lord of the Pearl-Returning Tower还珠楼主Historical161k WordsCompleted A historical epic novel by Huan Zhu Lou Zhu. Based on the life of Yue Fei, the famous Southern Song general who fought against the Jin, it begins with Yue Fei learning martial arts as a boy and vowing to serve his country. It vividly depicts how he formed the Yue Family Army, fought the Jin forces, and won one victory after another, until he was framed by treacherous officials and met a tragic end. The novel celebrates his unwavering loyalty and devotion to his country. 884Reads9.6Score—Shelves

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    It is a good channel for learning traditional Chinese culture.

16. 16 隋 The Romance of the Sui and Tang Dynasties: Complete, Edited Edition 隋唐演义-精编完整版 Chu Renhuo褚人获Historical617k WordsCompleted 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. 838Reads9.6Score—Shelves
17. 17 说 The Complete Story of the Tang Dynasty: A Definitive Edition 说唐全传-精编完整版 Long-form Qing Dynasty Legends清代长篇传奇小说Historical360k WordsCompleted The definitive account of the heroes of the Sui and Tang dynasties. From Qin Qiong rescuing the emperor at Lintong to Li Shimin’s Xuanwu Gate Incident, it establishes Li Yuanba’s legend as the mightiest hero of the Sui and Tang. Classic episodes such as the oath of brotherhood at Wagang Stronghold and Cheng Yaojin proclaiming himself emperor fuse historical fiction with the traditions of folk storytelling, laying the framework for later narratives about the Sui and Tang. 65Reads9.4Score—Shelves

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