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Cao Cao and His Fifteen Wives 曹操与他的十五个老婆
Everyone knows Cao Cao as a treacherous hero in troubled times, but few know that his household also held its own tale of the Three Kingdoms. His fifteen wives and concubines included noblewomen from illustrious families, dancers and singers, and even the widows of his enemies. They were symbols of glory, but also the most dangerous pieces on the board. This book focuses on the shifting fortunes of these women, telling how they fought, sought patronage, and survived behind the curtains of power.
32kReads9.2Score2.2kShelves
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Tales of the Yuan Dynasty 元朝那些事儿
The Yuan Dynasty was about more than conquest by cavalry. Was the Western Xia princess really responsible for Genghis Khan's death? What palace conspiracy lay behind Tolui's death? Why did Kublai Khan trust Ahmad Fanakati, only to have him killed in the end? Venturing deep into the heart of the empire, this book uncovers the bloody mysteries surrounding the succession to the khanate, the private lives of emperors, and the hidden truths of palace power struggles. It tells the story of a steppe dy
1.8kReads9.4Score445Shelves
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Secrets of China's Ancient Imperial Tombs 中国古代皇陵秘闻
What secrets did Qin Shi Huang's underground army protect? What does Emperor Jing of Han's burial pit reveal about his true nature? Why has the wordless stele at Qianling remained silent for a thousand years? Imperial tombs are not merely the final resting places of emperors; they are also silent ciphers for decoding history. This book explores the tombs of the Qin, Han, Tang, Song, Jin, Ming, and Qing dynasties, investigating the mysteries behind their auspicious locations and uncovering the se
24Reads8.3Score—Shelves
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Thirty-Six Stratagems You Need to Learn 不得不学的三十六计
The crooked way is like poison; the Thirty-Six Stratagems are the tongue of a snake that has lain in wait for a thousand years. Each stratagem is tempered in blood and cunning: “Kill with a Borrowed Knife” leaves no blade behind, “Hide a Knife Behind a Smile” makes no sound, “Remove the Ladder After the Enemy Has Climbed Up” cuts off retreat, and “Take Fuel from Beneath the Cauldron” leaves no hope of survival. This is no military manual. It is the shadow side of human nature. When “Crossing th
22Reads8.4Score—Shelves
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The Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms: A Fun Retelling 趣说五代十国那些事
The Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period could be called the craziest "startup era" in Chinese history. "Whoever has the strongest troops and horses becomes emperor" was the only rule. Here, you'll see the outrageous antics of Shi Jingtang, the "son emperor," and witness the tragedy of Li Cunxiao, the mightiest general of the Five Dynasties. A carpenter founded a country, while an emperor was frightened to death by a fire. And of course, there was Li Yu, the fallen ruler who left behind immort
17Reads9.0Score—Shelves
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The Secret Stories of the Eight Presidents of the Republic of China 民国八大总统秘闻
The presidency of the Republic of China was the pinnacle of power, and also a vortex of fate. Peeling back the haze of official histories, this book explores the secrets behind eight presidents: Sun Yat-sen's ideals and compromises, Yuan Shikai's shattered imperial dream, Cao Kun's bribery of voters with gold bars, Li Yuanhong's struggle to survive between opposing sides... From the glory of taking office to the desolation of the final curtain, these pages reveal power deals left out of textbook
9Reads8.5Score—Shelves
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The Bizarre Obsessions of Fallen Kings 那些亡国君主的奇葩执念
Does a dynasty collapse by chance, or is its fall already inevitable, rooted in the ruler’s character? Emperor Huizong of Song wrote the most beautiful lines in his slender gold script, yet signed the treaty that doomed his country. Emperor Chongzhen’s diligence in governing only hastened the empire’s demise. Li Yu’s grief for his lost homeland could find expression only in an immortal lament. What we see is not merely the end of history, but souls trapped by their obsessions on the throne. This
9Reads8.3Score—Shelves
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The Unusual Obsessions of Famous Men in Ancient Times 古代名士的另类癖好
Set aside the solemn faces in your textbooks. The ancients had far more colorful lives than you might think! Did you know that Liu Bei, the “Imperial Uncle,” was not only a skilled general but also an expert weaver? Lu You wrote thousands of poems, yet in private he was a devoted cat person. Su Shi was not only a literary giant but also a serious foodie. Meet Wang Can, who loved listening to donkeys bray, Wang Anshi, who refused to bathe, and even Liu Yong, whose taste for scabs was decidedly ex
7Reads8.6Score—Shelves
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Seeking Truth in the Mortal World: Zen in Little Stories 红尘问心：小故事里的禅意
The mortal world is like boiling tea: foam carries obsessions, while clear steam lifts up enlightenment. A baby's cries are wrapped in memories of past lives; an old man's light sleep lets starlight slip through. Begonia blossoms at the temples and frost on a broken halberd: all are sutras written in the blood and tears of living beings. Shattered jade becomes the moon; withered branches boil the dust. A young girl's rouge falls into a lotus pond, and a wanderer's homesickness gathers into moss-
6Reads8.1Score—Shelves
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The Nine Streams of Society: A Dossier of Obscure Ancient Professions 三教九流：古代冷门职业档案
Tired of complaining that it's hard to find a job? Would you dare take on these occupations from ancient times? In the dead of night, corpse drivers ring bells to lead the way, while corpse tailors thread needles and stitch up bodies in the morgue. Deep in the imperial palace, food tasters risk their lives to test for poison, while castration masters bring their blades down in a single stroke. Here you'll find not only the adventure-filled legends of tomb raiders, but also the bitter daily lives
5Reads8.3Score—Shelves