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The content of this book includes Italian Renaissance drama, comedy, pastoral drama and tragedy, Italian improvisational comedy, perspective scenery and framed stage, Shakespeare and British drama, great dramatic poets, etc.

The content of this book includes the germ of ancient Greek drama, Euripides and "Medea", Aristotle's tragedy theory, Menander's comedy, ancient Roman drama, Sanskrit drama in ancient India, the maturity of Sanskrit drama, Kalidasa and "Shakundala", etc.

With rich precious pictures and profound textual narratives, this book comprehensively introduces the history of Chinese civilization, covering politics, military, economy, culture, diplomacy, science and technology, law, religion, art and other fields. It is highly systematic, informative and readable. It is not only the best reading book for readers to learn Chinese historical knowledge, but also the best version for libraries at all levels to collect.

The content of this book includes sculptures from the Eurasian Stone Age, primitive sculptures from the Americas and Oceania, ancient sculptures, ancient Egyptian sculptures, ancient Greek sculptures, ancient Roman sculptures, sculptures from the early Indus Valley Civilization, sculptures from the early dynasties, sculptures from the Kushan Dynasty, Indian medieval sculptures, European medieval sculptures, early Christian sculptures, etc.

The content of this book includes the origin of painting art, European Stone Age paintings, ancient West Asian paintings, ancient Egyptian paintings, ancient Greek paintings, ancient Roman paintings, etc.

The content of this book includes Bernard Shaw, Conrad, Yeats, Romain Rolland, Gorky, Mother, Dreiser, Valery, etc.

The content of this book includes 17th-century French painting, 18th-century European painting, 18th-century French painting, 18th-century British painting, 18th-century Italian painting, 18th-century Spanish painting, Japanese painting from the 13th to the 18th century, Italian painting and Segantini, Sweden's best painter Zorn, etc.

The contents of this book include vacuum triodes, Hou's alkali method, artificial rainfall, transistors, Teflon, papermaking, printing, knitting machines, elevators, typewriters, refrigerators, transformers, movies, washing machines, rockets, televisions, photocopiers, parachutes, steamships, etc.

The contents of this book include the statue of Laocoon, famous sculptors and their representative works, ancient Greek dramas and speeches, the "father of tragedy" Aeschylus, Homer of dramatic art - Sophocles, Euripides, father of comedy - Aristophanes, oratory expert Isocrates, orator Demosthenes, etc.

The content of this book includes Thales - the founder of ancient Greek philosophy, the legendary philosopher - Empedocles, Socrates - "know thyself", Plato and "The Republic", Aristotle - "I love my teacher, and I especially love the truth", Epicurus - the great materialist enlightenment, Diogenes - the representative of the Cynics, etc.

The content of this book includes the social life, handicrafts and commerce of ancient Indians, distinctive families and marriages, daily life and entertainment, ancient Indian culture, ancient Indian religious culture, Samana thoughts, Indian festivals, magical yoga, ancient Indian religious literature, etc.

The contents of this book include mathematics - the inventor of sexagesimal, astronomy - the creation of months and weeks, medicine - the world's first pharmacopoeia, architecture - the world's first city, agricultural civilization - the birthplace of human agriculture, etc.

The content of this book includes Herodotus, Euripides, Thucydides, Aristophanes, the Bible, Cicero, Ovid, Seneca, epic poems, sonnets, Tower of Babel, European medieval literature, Augustine, the legend of King Arthur, the four major national epics, the Divine Comedy, etc.

The content of this book includes John Strauss, nationalist music, Czech Smetana and Dvořák, Norwegian Grieg, Russian Glinka, the "Five" and Tchaikovsky, Finnish Sibelius, European opera art, etc.

The content of this book includes ancient Egyptian music, ancient West Asian music, ancient Indian music, ancient Greek music, ancient Roman music, medieval music, Byzantine music, Western European music, Indian music, Arabic music, music of the Ottoman Empire, etc.

The content of this book includes Arabic literature and art, colorful Arabic literature, the Quran and Arabic literature, Arabic poetry, Arabic novels, "Kalilai and Fumina", "One Thousand and One Nights", the talented poet Al-Mutainabi, prose writer Jahiz, Ibn Battuta and his "Travel Notes", etc.

The content of this book includes Islam - the source of Arab culture, the "Prophet" Muhammad, the holy city of Mecca, the city of the prophet - Medina, the epoch-making classic - the "Quran", the Muslim code of conduct - "Hadith", the five major beliefs and five pillars of Islam, the five major sects of Islam, etc.

This book adopts the form of picture-text comparison and easy-to-understand language to vividly, truly, objectively and comprehensively reflect the major events, important figures and outstanding achievements in science and technology and culture in world history in accordance with the order of historical evolution.

This book adopts the form of picture-text comparison and easy-to-understand language to vividly, truly, objectively and comprehensively reflect the major events, important figures and outstanding achievements in science and technology and culture in world history in accordance with the order of historical evolution.

The contents of this book include the mystery of the origin of vehicles and ships, "Solomon's Treasure" and the "Golden Ark of the Covenant", the mystery of the Inca, the world's largest treasure trove, the mystery of Tiawanaku and Sacsayhuaman, the traces of aliens on the rock paintings, the mystery of the aliens in the "Epic of Gilgamesh", the mystery of the earliest spacecraft, the long-eared people on Easter Island, the Ainu people in Hokkaido, Japan, the unearthed skeletons of giants and dwarfs, etc.

The contents of this book include the fall of ancient Indian civilization, the invasion of Islamic civilization into India, the violent end of ancient Indian civilization, India's caste system and religion, and the intricate Indian race.

The contents of this book include the three mysteries of the pyramids, the mystery of the murderous stone, the mystery of the ancient African mystery city, the mystery of the origin of the Sahara forest, the mystery of the wonderful fragrance tower, the mystery of the river paradise, the mystery of the African continent and the origin of mankind, the mystery of the ruins of Zimbabwe, the mystery of the boreholes in ancient Egypt, the mystery of the portrait of the white lady in black Africa 7,000 years ago, etc.

The long history of our Chinese nation is an important part of world history. It can be said that we are standing at the forefront of world history and leading the trend of the times. Therefore, when we study the history of our nation, we must also look at the world and see the value and shortcomings of our nation from the development of the entire human society in order to find our future development direction. As the great man said, a nation that does not understand its own history is a failed nation. History helps us build self-esteem, self-confidence, and pride, and helps us build a sense of national responsibility. Therefore, on the basis of referring to a large number of authoritative historical works, we integrated the rich graphic and textual materials accumulated from China's long history to intuitively introduce the historical development process. The whole book uses rich precious pictures and profound text narratives to comprehensively introduce the Chinese civilization. The history of the book covers politics, military, economy, culture, diplomacy, science and technology, law, religion, art and other fields. It is highly systematic, informative and readable. It is not only the best reading book for readers to learn Chinese historical knowledge, but also the best version for collection by libraries at all levels.

When it comes to Qin Shi Huang, people are accustomed to think of him as a tyrant; and the Qin Empire ruled by Qin Shi Huang is almost unanimously accused of tyranny. From ancient times to the present, from primary school textbooks to scholars' treatises. However, is all this true? If we use the principles of historical reading provided in this book and examine historical classics without prejudice, the conclusions misled by the above adjectives and the habitual impressions tamed by people cannot withstand the cross-examination of historical events. This book shows readers the true face of Qin Shihuang.

"True Shang Yang" is a new work in Cheng Bu's "Truth-seeking" series. It is another masterpiece of the author's Warring States figures after "True Qin Shihuang". From a chronological perspective, "True Shang Yang" is the prequel of "True Qin Shihuang". The reason why Qin became strong and the reason why Qin Shihuang was able to unify the six countries was all due to the success of Shang Yang's reform. Of all things in the world, reform is the most difficult.

One book tells the story of Magellan's greatness and madness, peak and destruction, as well as the background of his global voyage where hegemony and money are intertwined. In 1519, Magellan led five sailing ships and more than 200 people to set sail from Spain in search of a sea route to the Spice Islands. Along the way, they suffered from hunger, disease, mental and physical torture, and even faced the threat of death. Finally, they discovered a sea passage now known as the Strait of Megellan. This was an arduous journey that lasted three years. Award-winning best-selling author (biographer and journalist) Lawrence Berglin used first-hand information to objectively restore this human feat and vividly tell a grand adventure story. In the book, Bergerin takes readers on a fascinating journey through first-person narration, some of which is revealed here for the first time. This expedition not only changed the way that later explorers sailed, but also changed history itself.

Trace the origins of the "Empire on which the Sun Never Sets" and take a historical experience lesson during the Renaissance! In 1485, Henry Tudor ended the thirty-year "War of the Roses" and established a dynasty; in 1603, Queen Elizabeth I died at Richmond Palace, bringing an end to the dynasty that lasted for more than a hundred years. During this period, successive rulers relied on emerging industrial and commercial owners and new aristocrats to consolidate their rule. They confiscated church property, supported the enclosure movement, and defeated Spain's "Invincible Fleet" at sea, laying the foundation for Britain to become the most extensive "empire on which the sun never sets" in history. However, Ruth Goodman believes that understanding the details of the lives of the people and rulers can bring readers closer to the truth of this era than the political machinations of big shots and bloody battles on the battlefield. This book is arranged in time order and uses the daily life of all classes as the entry point. Through the perspectives of farmers and craftsmen, ladies and kings, tavern owners and theater managers, this book vividly tells the story of the Tudors and restores this prosperous and passionate golden period in British history.

A guide to daily life from dawn to dusk, peeking into the secrets of the Victorians from basic necessities, food, housing and transportation! Before the sun shines through the first window, the person who knocks on the window holds a long pole and a lamp, and knocks on the window door to door to wake up the client. On cold winter mornings, they insisted on brushing their teeth with toothbrushes and washing their faces with soap at the sink. Before going out, they will use fashion magazines to enhance their aesthetics, and use wigs, loose powder and cream to make up for their shortcomings. During long working days, they always carried enamel buckets with only light food to go to work. ? In the bedroom, half of the people are pure and pure, and the other half are wild and unrestrained. Using herself as a guide, experiential historian Ruth Goodman takes us through the novel and exotic lives of 19th-century Victorians over a period of 60 years by narrating the daily chores of Victorian men and women from dawn to dusk. In chronological order, Goodman not only shows us the washing utensils, clothing and cosmetics used by the Victorians, but also introduces us to the food culture, high technology and daily work at this time. More importantly, she combines theory with personal practice to demonstrate the great conceptual innovations in personal hygiene, kitchen science and sex in the Victorian era, overturning long-standing misunderstandings about the Victorians - they were once considered to be unhygienic, overly formal or boring. Open this book and you will learn the vivid historical details.

This book mainly uses the form of stories to sort out the historical development of the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. The Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period were the first period of division in Chinese history. It was also a period in Chinese civilization when hundreds of schools of thought contended and a hundred flowers bloomed. It was also brewing new methods of production. During this period, many political strategists who influenced later generations were born. According to the chronological order of the development of historical events, this book presents the major events and figures that influenced the historical development of this period in the form of easy-to-understand short stories. Through this series of stories, readers can clarify the historical development of the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, understand the rise, development and decline of various countries during this period, and understand the inevitability of the country's unification.

This is a photo album about the more than 200 years of vivid history of the Western Han Dynasty. Following the principle of "doing the big things and not the small things", the author narrates the entire process from the founding of the great ancestor Liu Bang to the usurpation of the throne by Wang Mang. Through specific examples of the wise king who strengthened the country and the weak king who weakened the country, he narrated the important role of the wise king in governing the country and benefiting the people.

"Classmate Huang's Comic History of World War II 3" is a popular history book. The author uses a relaxed and humorous painting style. This book is the third work in the series of "Classmate Huang's Comic History of World War II". The author uses a relaxed and humorous style to gradually reveal the grand history of World War II through vivid and interesting stories according to the timeline of World War II, allowing readers to easily remember the history of World War II. This book covers the most iconic weapons, famous battles, and legendary figures during World War II. Such as: V series missiles, weapon rankings, Hitler and his Kuomintang Guards, and the Battle of Stalingrad, etc.

Chinese history is rich in connotation, extensive and profound, and contains profound wisdom. However, historical phenomena are complicated and difficult for ordinary readers to grasp the whole picture. This book selects a number of classic historical cases, including both horizontal event interpretation and vertical institutional analysis. The horizontal and vertical combinations are like a dense and well-organized network, gradually presenting the essence of ancient Chinese history. With the author's broad vision and keen observation, we can gain insight into the historical truth, learn from history, and illuminate the present.

This book tells the historical events of the Warring States Period after the three families were divided into the Jin Dynasty, and reveals the essence behind the intrigues and wars among the seven heroes. It presents readers with an era of constant disputes and romance, making them a hearty read.

The Song Dynasty was one of the most controversial dynasties in Chinese history. Its territory was almost the smallest in history and surrounded by crises. However, it was also the most prosperous and prosperous dynasty in Chinese history. The people lived in an environment with relatively clear politics, relatively civilized society, and relatively relaxed life. The large-scale development of the south of the Yangtze River, the booming of foreign trade, and the technological advancement of agricultural handicrafts... However, due to endless internal greed and fighting, they entered their twilight years early, lingering under the iron heel of the northern nomads, and finally ended in an extremely absurd and tragic way. This series of books uses popular and smooth narrative techniques to show the prosperity and undercurrents of the Song Dynasty, and explore the underlying reasons for the rise and fall of the Song Dynasty. "The History of the Song Dynasty I Can't Stop Reading" is divided into two volumes. The first volume unfolds the magnificent picture of the Northern Song Dynasty through historical cross-sections from the palace to the court, from celebrities to commoners, from prosperity to the end, using popular language and delicate details. The writing style and fascinating plot design narrate the history of the Song Dynasty, allowing readers to interpret historical events with the author, restore historical truth, study historical wisdom, and feel the interest and charm of history in the vivid historical narrative.

This book focuses on the political changes brought about by the two transfers of imperial power between the Cao Wei and Western Jin Dynasties. Starting from the transfer of imperial power, this book explores the political unrest brought about by the short-term situation of a weak king and a strong minister. The battles faced by Emperor Tuogu of Wei Ming and Emperor Hui of Jin when they were crown princes were two representative transfers of imperial power in the history of the Wei, Jin and Southern Dynasties. Emperor Wei Ming's change of orders largely determined the direction of Cao Wei's Zhengshi situation, and even determined that Cao Wei would eventually be replaced by the Sima family. The status of the prince during the period of Emperor Wu of the Western Jin Dynasty and the protracted struggle for the title of crown prince, directly affected the layout of the power structure of Emperor Wu of the Jin Dynasty. His reliance on and abandonment of Jia Chong and his use of Yang Jun made the Western Jin Dynasty finally form a political and military structure in which the emperor and his relatives were combined, which became the cause of the chaos in the Western Jin Dynasty.

The pre-Qin era was a golden age that valued remembrance of words. "Guoyu" and "Zuo Zhuan" contain rich historical materials such as kings' orders and oaths, emperors and ministers' admonitions, pedestrians' speeches, gentleman's comments and other historical materials. They are concentrated, detailed, diverse and wonderful. This article compares pairs of speeches, deeply explores the speech methods, speech spirit, and speech functions contained in these speeches, summarizes the unique features of different speeches, and sorts out the evolutionary trajectories of these speeches. Exploring the "continuance" spirit of the gentlemen of the pre-Qin Dynasty who actively advocated and defended morality, the value pursuit of "making immortal words" and the euphemistic and powerful way of argumentation also have important practical significance for highlighting the excellent character of our nation and enriching people's conversational art.

The Warring States Order was a tool used by various countries to convey command information during the Warring States Period. It was one of the important means used by rulers during the Warring States Period to rule the country and coordinate various relationships between the ruling classes, between the rulers and the ruled, and between the ruled and the ruled. This book is an all-round discussion of the production of orders during the Warring States Period, such as who the ruling class used to make orders during the Warring States Period; what kind of orders these people used depending on the content of the orders; when did these orders originate; what format, language, carrier and specifications were used in the production, and the relationship between these factors, etc. Studying it will help us gain a deeper understanding of the operating mechanism and ways of realizing state power during the Warring States Period, and the reasons why the production of social orders in Qin and Han Dynasties entered a mature stage.

The first part of this book is "Investigation of Origins", which explores the different sources of various materials in "Zuo Zhuan" and the various elements that have been benefited by later generations, the original genre, the year of writing and the adaptation process of "Zuo Zhuan", as well as the relationship between Confucius and "Spring and Autumn", the prophecies in "Zuo Zhuan", the chronicles of the stars in "Zuo Zhuan" and other related issues. The next section, "Content Analysis," analyzes the specific origins and value of various texts in "Zuo Zhuan" by year, focusing on distinguishing the first-hand and second-hand historical materials recorded by historians from various countries at the time and later relayed, as well as the relevant content that is obviously part of the rumors and legends of later generations and Zuo's personal opinions, and mainly reflects the changes in historical memory.

Writer Xu Hui takes a unique approach and takes you to "peep" into the daily life of the ancients - the "Ancient Life Reader" series, which integrates history, language, folk customs, and literature. It starts with details, gets to the bottom of things, follows the clues, abandons encyclopedia-style elements, and abandons the frowning pedantry. Everything is just for good reading, interesting, and insightful. The second volume "This is how the ancients ate!" ", Tells how the ancients created Chinese characters related to drinking and eating, and how they formulated drinking and eating etiquette. This is a history of ancient customs about food.

"This is what the ancients said!" ", Takes you into the mysterious world of ancient Chinese language from a new perspective - for example, what did the ancients call themselves? How to address others? What do men call women, and how do women call themselves? What did the ancients call slaves? What did the ancients call death? Also, how did the ancients curse people? ... The book contains many unexpected knowledge points: "I" was originally a weapon, and "consort" was originally an official position; "daughter" originally referred to a boy, and "Quanzi" was Sima Xiangru's nickname; "pearl in the palm" first referred to a lover, and "budai" turned out to be a mocking term for a son-in-law; "the posture of Puliu" was originally a man's self-effacing remarks, and "po melon" has nothing to do with sexual intercourse; "three eight" comes from the Mandarin of the Central Plains...

The writer Xu Hui takes a unique approach and takes you to "peep into" the daily life of the ancients - "Ancient Life Reader".

"All the Secrets of Chinese Emperors (Super Value Gold Edition)" brings together the secrets of 58 emperors in the feudal dynasty, covering their life trajectories, court affairs, harem life, reasons for ascending to the throne, causes of death, etc. It uncovers the mysteries left behind them layer by layer, and based on historical facts, tells their history, life and many other anecdotes. It is historical, informative, interesting and readable. The secrets of emperors are always the most interesting topics for the common people. During the more than two thousand years of feudal emperor rule in our country, stories of bloody palaces, blood-stained crowns, and fights for power and usurpation have been prevalent in history. Imperial power and the throne have always been the goals pursued by careerists and the cradle of the growth of conspirators. The emperor's blood, romance, conspiracy, suspense, and mystery illustrate the process of the feudal dynasty from strength to weakness... Therefore, the emperor's life has added many ups and downs of mystery.

The Khitan, this eagle nation that fought in the sky, once dominated northern China for a while. In its heyday, this iron-blooded nation blocked the Silk Road from the Central Plains to the West. At that time, many countries in the central and western parts of Eurasia thought that the entire China at that time had completely fallen under the iron cavalry of the Khitan, and "Khitan" had become synonymous with China. However, it is unbelievable that such a nation that dominated the north and was famous in Europe and Asia suddenly disappeared after hundreds of years of ups and downs...

On June 28, 1914, Archduke Ferdinand, Crown Prince of Austria-Hungary, was assassinated in Sarajevo. At this time, Europeans had enjoyed 100 years of peace after the Napoleonic Wars. No one in Europe, which had lost its sense of crisis in its comfort, realized that this little-noticed assassination would trigger a war sweeping 33 countries around the world and affecting a population of 1.5 Billion a month later. This is the first real "world war" in human history. On the tangible battlefield, the flames of war burned from Europe to Asia and Africa, from the land to the sky and the sea; on the invisible battlefield, the flames of war ignited the long-standing comprehensive social contradictions of gender, race, class, etc.: Women fought for rights - tens of millions of women walked out of the kitchen and rushed to factories and field hospitals... Open this book and you will see a panoramic World War I epic: not just a battle of killing, but also a battle for women's equality, a battle for colonial awakening, and a battle for the liberation of new ideas!

More than 100 national treasure-level academicians have created Oxford classics for more than 40 years! The treasure of Oxford University Press! See how Britain rose step by step in 1800, and why it declined rapidly within 100 years! From a wild island in the Atlantic Ocean to controlling a quarter of the world's population and land. Starting in 55 BC, Rome invaded Britain and brought civilization to this desolate island. After the Romans left, the land fell into endless wars and the political power was extremely decentralized. What is even more tragic is that Britain fell into the hands of the Duke of Normandy in France in 1066. The Normans used iron and blood to strengthen the royal power. Since then, the rise of Britain has been unstoppable: royal power reached its peak during the Tudor dynasty, Britain entered the "golden age" after Elizabeth established maritime hegemony, the Glorious Revolution of 1688 paved the way for Britain's modernization, and the Industrial Revolution of the 18th century made Britain dominate the world and reach the peak of its empire! The prosperity was in vain. No one could have expected that this glorious empire would decline rapidly within 100 years.

This book belongs to the "Chinese General History" series of Chinese publishing houses. This book selects Nurhachi, Huang Taiji, Dorgon, Qianlong, Sun Jiagan, Heshen, Lin Zexu, Zeng Guofan, Li Hongzhang, Kang Youwei, and Empress Dowager Cixi, who have influenced the historical process of the Qing Dynasty and can show the style of the Qing Dynasty. Eleven historical figures, striving to fully reflect the diversity of Qing Dynasty history.

He is the first emperor in Chinese history. He swept across the six kingdoms and created a new centralized empire. He deeply imprinted a dynasty on the long history. He built himself a huge underground mausoleum and continued countless folklore. Thousands of years later, the world is still full of endless reveries about this glorious underground palace. The mercury rivers, the rare treasures, and the prepared troops all fascinate people. He built the Epang Palace, with unobstructed corridors and high eaves. In the imagination of the world, what a magnificent palace it would be! For thousands of years, some said he was cruel, some said he was greedy, and some said he was extravagant. Was Qin Shihuang really a cruel, cruel and greedy person? What kind of politician was the real Qin Shihuang? Are there any unknown secrets in those endless legends? This book will tell you about a Qin Shihuang who is completely different from the public perception through the archaeological discoveries of Qin Shihuang's Mausoleum in recent years.

Oxford European History, hundreds of academicians spent 40 years creating Oxford classics. Look how the people volunteered to become Hitler's executioners! In 1918, Germany was defeated in World War I. In just 20 years, the Nazis not only brought Germany back to the top of a great power, but also drove the German people, known for their rationality, into madness. In the referendum, the Nazis received 90% of the votes. In the national elections held at the same time, the Nazis' support rate was as high as 87.9%. Even the political opponents of the Nazis could only admit that this result was "a true reflection of popular sentiment" and that society was fascizing extremely quickly and effectively. Whether it is economy and culture, or technology and art, they can all be used by the Nazis and become tools to weave beautiful visions for the people.

Oxford European History, hundreds of academicians spent 40 years creating Oxford classics. Panoramic reproduction of the French Revolution's ups and downs, panoramic reproduction of the French Revolution's ups and downs, immersive experience of the rapid changes of the great turning point. On July 14, 1789, King Louis XVI of France wrote in his diary "Nothing to do today." At this time, the revolting people in Paris captured the Bastille, kicking off the French Revolution. The old system was quickly broken, and a new order urgently needed to be established. The vacuum of power caused French society to instantly become disordered, turning it into a stage for chaos among various forces. This book recreates the magnificent historical process of the French Revolution in the past 30 years: national bankruptcy, declaration of war on Europe, the Reign of Terror, the Thermidor Coup, and Napoleon's reign... It allows readers to be in the 18th century Versailles, the parliament, the streets of France, and the war front, allowing readers to experience the ups and downs of the Revolution in a panoramic manner and experience the rapid changes of the great turning point in an immersive way.

Song Yu and Qu Yuan are both called "Qu Song", and they are both the ancestors of Chinese literature. This long historical novel focuses on Song Yu, describing and shaping Song Yu in the larger historical and cultural background, thereby comprehensively showing the history, geography, people's customs and customs of the Chu State in the late Warring States Period. The image of Song Yu in the book is much richer and more delicate than that recorded in the documents handed down from ancient times. The whole novel is composed of eight chapters: "Escape from Hanxiang", "Studying at Yanying", "Entering the official position in Liyang", "King of Yunmengshi", "Granting fields in Fushan", "Demotion in Shouchun", "Running a school in Daoxi" and "Returning to heaven in Yongle". It connects eighty-four stories and vividly describes Song Yu's ups and downs, mysterious and legendary life. The whole novel is rich in information, rich in content, full of wit and fascinating.