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Books by 国家人文历史
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The Chessboard of History 历史的棋局
History is like a game of chess. The times have changed, so what can the games of the past still teach us? Why did Liu Bang slaughter his meritorious officials after founding the Han dynasty? What were the Eastern Han scholars, eunuchs, and powerful in-laws really fighting over? Why did the Northern Wei dynasty’s “honor the son, execute the mother” rule lead to empress dowagers taking power? With Li Shimin and Wu Zetian both in the spotlight, was Li Zhi really weak and helpless? Why did eunuchs
247Reads9.4Score—Shelves
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How People in Ancient China Lived 古人这样过日子
[A collection of standout articles from National Humanities History, a hugely popular history magazine published by the People’s Daily] 145 exquisite illustrations reveal the vivid history, authentic customs and traditions, and thousand-year-old Eastern aesthetics hidden in everyday life in ancient times. This book brings together the best articles from the National Humanities History magazine’s official account. Covering seven aspects of daily life, shopping, food, customs, entertainment, healt
145Reads9.3Score100Shelves
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Chinese History You Can’t Get Enough Of 看不够的中国史
Why were so many of the Qin state’s brilliant advisers, such as Shang Yang and Zhang Yi, foreigners? How did Emperor Wu of Han make money, then burn through it? The Sui emperor Yang dug the Grand Canal during his southern tour, but what did he do on his western tour? How did Li Yuan conquer the realm in seven years with an army of just 30,000? What strategic weaknesses tripped up the tactical genius Li Cunxu? How did Wang Anshi become the scapegoat for the Jingkang Incident? Why did Hu Weiyong h
53Reads9.2Score—Shelves