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- 1 Romance of the Three Kingdoms in Plain Language [Unabridged Original] 三国演义白话文【原著无删减】 Romance of the Three Kingdoms is one of the Four Great Classical Novels of China and the country’s first full-length historical novel written in chapter-and-verse form. Its full title is The Popular Romance of the Three Kingdoms, also known as The Romance of the Three Kingdoms. It was written by Luo Guanzhong, a renowned novelist of the late Yuan and early Ming dynasties. After the book was completed, various editions circulated, including the Jiajing Renwu edition. In the late Ming and early Qi 604Reads7.6Score10014d adds
- 2 Journey to the West: The Truth Behind Sun Wukong’s Havoc in Heaven 西游记：孙悟空大闹天宫的真相 Among the dazzling stars of mythology, the story of Journey to the West is known to every household. Yet behind Sun Wukong’s Havoc in Heaven, could there be truths still unknown? This book takes a unique perspective, parting the clouds to reveal what lies beneath. Sun Wukong, the astonishing stone-born monkey, challenges the authority of Heaven with extraordinary abilities and fearless courage. What seems like a simple clash between immortals and demons is, in truth, full of hidden currents. Why 68Reads—Score—14d adds
- 3 Teramura Hara 寺村原 A century-spanning epic of the Shaan-Gan-Ning Border Region, where national history and family history resonate. Four generations of the Yuan, Lin, and Wu families in Sicun face the ups and downs of work, love, struggle, and fate. A symphony of countless lives! Life is bound to bring hardship and pain, but always keep growing upward! 37Reads—Score—14d adds
- 4 Tales of Love and Hate in the Qing Dynasty 清朝恩仇录 As China’s last imperial dynasty, the Qing weathered 296 turbulent years, rising to glory before falling into decline. The rulers of the dynasty: At the height of its power, Emperor Kangxi had 35 sons and 20 daughters; by its final years, Tongzhi, Guangxu, and Xuantong had no children at all, leaving no heirs. The women of the imperial harem: Nurhaci’s principal wife, Abahai, was forced to die as a sacrificial offering at just 37; while Cixi, a consort of the Xianfeng Emperor, dominated the Qing —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 5 Matters of the Soul 灵魂的事 If this life has left you with too many regrets, then when your luck is at its worst, especially once the feelings that follow a run of bad luck have gradually settled or gone numb, spend some time alone and smoke a cigarette. You might as well think about your next life. Feel free to imagine it as you please, or even design it for yourself. At times of misfortune, I at least think it's a good remedy: first it calms your mind, then it lifts your spirits. If, as an adult, you can't look back fond 540Reads9.4Score16914d adds
- 6 Computer Networking Made Easy 一读就会计算机网络知识 This book aims to help everyone master computer networking, using straightforward examples from everyday life to explain its basic principles. It can serve as a resource for beginners learning computer networking from scratch, and can also help students preparing for graduate entrance exams in computer networking better understand the difficult concepts in their textbooks. The networking knowledge in this book is neither too basic nor too advanced. It also includes many practical networking tech 65Reads—Score—14d adds
- 7 A Historical Romance of the Spring and Autumn and Warring States Periods 春秋战国历史演义 A historical romance of the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 8 The Truth of History 历史真相 Across the ages and over thousands of miles, we seek dreams at the pinnacle of civilization, marvel at the splendor of its treasures, feel the mystery of its hidden history, are astonished by discoveries without precedent, and ponder unsolved cases. From the secretive halls of China's imperial palaces to the vanishing traces of ancient civilizations and lost treasures, stories of the past tug at our heartstrings and draw us in. Countless secrets lie buried in ancient tombs, and every national tr 118Reads9.2Score—14d adds
- 9 Half a Lifetime of Passing Years 半生流年 Though we have all lived through this real world, when we look back on the years gone by, most of us find them somehow unreal. Looking back, nearly forty years had slipped away from Zhang Xiaoji like a flowing stream. Sitting alone by the window, he quietly examined the course of his life. Suddenly, Zhang Xiaoji realized that he was much like Bai Jiaxuan from White Deer Plain, because both men took pride in having had seven women, or perhaps more. He was even more like Fugui from To Live: though 31Reads—Score—14d adds
- 10 The Shadow of an Era 时代的影子 From the backbreaking labor beneath Beijing’s scorching sun to the terrifying, agonizing fall from a hundred meters up; from being driven and trampled like livestock in the Blackstone Gully coal mine to the suffocating despair of being buried alive in West Alley... He swallowed every unforgettable hardship, forcing it down in silence like a rough bun full of grit, until it turned into stifled midnight coughs and cold sweat at his temples. Hope for a better life carried Chen Shan through trial af 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 11 Gathering Mulberry Leaves 采桑子 This long novel tells of the lives of Manchu aristocrats. It is a richly colored portrait of human destiny, steeped in cultural meaning, and an endless elegy that confronts the vicissitudes of life. After the fall of the Qing dynasty, the Manchus of the grand old mansions scattered. The fourteen Jin siblings and their relatives and friends went their separate ways: the eldest son rebelled against the imperial clan and joined the military intelligence service; the eldest daughter devoted her life 816Reads9.5Score17514d adds
- 12 The Mathematics of Lotteries and How to Pick Numbers 彩票的数学原理与选号方法 Correct common misconceptions such as “lottery tickets are a sure way to make money” and “you can get rich by picking the right numbers,” and make clear what a lottery really is: entertainment based on probability, not an investment tool. 550Reads—Score—14d adds
- 13 My Youth and I Are Kindred Spirits 我与青春是知己 Drawing on the author’s own experiences, this novel follows an honest, down-to-earth young man through the ups and downs of his life: from working on the front lines of a major state-owned enterprise, to transferring to its sales department, and eventually being forced to leave and start his own company. Aimed at university graduates just leaving campus and entering society, the novel shares real experiences and reflections to help them understand the world and plan their lives. It hopes to make 11Reads—Score—14d adds
- 14 Great Ming: Is My Son Yuanzhang Trying to Kill Me? 大明：吾儿元璋要杀我？ Hongwu Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang always calls himself “your humble son” in my presence. The officials of the court all urge him, “Your Majesty, how can you remain beneath another for so long?” But he only looks at me and says respectfully, “Without my righteous adoptive father, how could I, Chongba, be where I am today?” What they don’t know is that beneath my pillow, I’ve kept the three cups of poisoned wine he gave me… 527Reads—Score—14d adds
- 15 Daisies for Algernon 献给阿尔吉侬的雏菊 Daisies for Algernon 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 16 I Became an Emperor for the Ages by Slacking Off 我靠摸鱼成了千古一帝 War beacons flare, and my gaze turns north to the realm. Dragon banners unfurl, horses whinny, and swordlight gleams like frost. My heart is as vast and turbulent as the Yellow River. Through twenty years of campaigning, who could stand against us? My rage runs wild, my blade points toward the enemy. How many brothers in arms and loyal souls lie buried in foreign lands? I would gladly die a hundred times to serve my homeland. I can only sigh, holding back my grief, speechless, tears and blood fi —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 17 The Romance of the Western Han 西汉演义 Zhen Wei’s version of The Romance of the Western Han is a sweeping epic of the Chu-Han conflict, taking you back to the war-torn chaos at the end of the Qin dynasty. From the power struggles in Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s later years and Zhao Gao’s corruption of the court, to the rise of Xiang Yu and Liu Bang as rival heroes battling for supremacy, and onward to the fateful Feast at Hongmen and the tragic songs of Gaixia, this book vividly paints a grand tableau woven with political intrigue, ambiti 12Reads8.6Score—14d adds
- 18 Wuwei 無為 This is a story of a world in chaos, set during China's most turbulent and brutal era: the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. There is no Langya List-style master plan here, where everything is arranged in advance. Instead, it follows the protagonist's journey from a blank slate to the peak! There are setbacks, growth, lessons about life, realistic experiences of personal development, and the use of ancient military tactics. There are also political intrigue, checks and balances, strategy, —Reads6.9Score—14d adds
- 19 Investiture of the Gods in Plain Language 封神演义白话文 Investiture of the Gods, commonly known as The Investiture List and also published under titles such as The Complete Tale of the Kingdoms of Shang and Zhou, The Unofficial History of King Wu's Campaign Against Zhou, and The Tale of the Investiture of the Gods, is a fictional long novel written during the Ming dynasty by Xu Zhonglin, though his authorship is disputed. It was likely completed during the Longqing and Wanli eras. The novel has one hundred chapters and tells the story of King Wu's c 229Reads6.7Score—14d adds
- 20 How to Make a Rich Woman Fall for You? 如何让富婆爱上你? How do you get a rich woman to fall in love with you? 4Reads—Score—14d adds
- 21 How to Win a Rich Woman's Favor? 如何获得富婆欢心? How to Win the Heart of a Rich Woman 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 22 The Art of Seduction 泡妞攻略 Pick-Up Guide 5Reads—Score—14d adds
- 23 The Complete Guide to Law 法律大全 An encyclopedia of social life, covering all aspects of life, including property rights, contracts, personal rights, and marriage and family. In clear, accessible language and with real-life cases, it explains the legal issues you may encounter in everyday life. 571Reads—Score10014d adds
- 24 How to Become a Modern-Day Royal Consort 如何成为当代驸马 How to Become a Modern-Day Prince Consort 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 25 Tales of Life in the City of Mists 雾都世情录 In middle age, Yuan Bei and Guan Yu face life’s hardships and the torment of desire, struggling along a path of self-exile and redemption. Amid the great sweep of the times, ordinary people experience joy, sorrow, separation, and helplessness. —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 26 You Wield the Handle to Command the Situation 君持柄以处势 The essence of power comes from violence. The foundation of rule is whether you can lead your core supporters to a better life. It has nothing to do with seniority, status, benevolence, righteousness, filial piety, or fraternal duty. A palace-intrigue story for women: I'm the long-lost eldest princess, and everyone should obey me. A palace-intrigue story for men: I've got the guns. Follow me. If toppling the table isn't one of your options, why are you even writing a story about power strugg 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 27 1620 America: The Whole Town Arrives in the New World 1620美洲：全镇降临新大陆 A county town is unexpectedly plunged into a strange new continent. Starting with farming, its people embark on a vast new frontier, preserving the roots of farming and learning while keeping the flame of Chinese civilization alive, until its spark spreads across this unfamiliar land like a prairie fire. 52Reads—Score—14d adds
- 28 Splendid Tang Dynasty 锦绣圣唐 In the dream, all was confusion... As the sole heir to the throne, I stubbornly went my own way. I disappointed my stern father and harmed my brothers. I trusted treacherous officials and even plotted to kill my own kin. My wickedness was exposed, and everyone turned against me. My imperial father bowed his head and wept as he pleaded with the ministers; my own brother wept blood, his bones broken and sinews torn! When I awoke from the dream... I resolved to strive for strength, hold myself to s 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 29 Veritable Records of Qing Taizu, Emperor Wu 清太祖武皇帝实录 The Veritable Records of Emperor Wu, Taizu of Qing is the authoritative official biography of Nurhaci, founder of the Later Jin dynasty. Written in chronological form, it recounts the sweeping story of the Manchus’ rise from tribal rivalries to the foundation of an empire. The book not only reveals the mythic origin of the “Three Fairy Maidens Who Ate the Divine Fruit and Bore the Ancestor,” but also vividly depicts Nurhaci’s legendary deeds: raising an army with thirteen suits of ancestral armo 3Reads7.8Score—14d adds
- 30 Li Hongzhang: One of the Four Great Statesmen of the Restoration 中兴四大名臣李鸿章 Li Hongzhang (1823–1901) was a powerful late Qing official, founder and commander of the Huai Army and the Beiyang Fleet, and one of the leading figures of the Self-Strengthening Movement. Alongside Zeng Guofan, Zuo Zongtang, and Zhang Zhidong, he was known as one of the Four Great Ministers of the Tongzhi Restoration. His life spanned nearly all of the most turbulent, humiliating, and arduous years of China’s modern history. His achievements and failings remain an important subject of scholarly 1Reads8.1Score—14d adds
- 31 A Brief History of Humankind 人类简史 A Brief History of Humankind is a sweeping history of human civilization, told in an accessible style. The book combines a grand, fluid narrative of the “big picture” with subtle, fascinating details about the course of human civilization. Van Loon begins with the origins of humanity, then recounts the rise of the civilizations of Egypt and Mesopotamia and the glories of the Greek and Roman eras. Tracing the rise of religion, he explores the development and transformation of medieval society, th 2.1kReads9.1Score72114d adds
- 32 Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio: The Humorous Edition 聊斋志异【幽默版】 Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio is a collection of classical Chinese short stories written by the Qing dynasty author Pu Songling. Completed in the late seventeenth century, during the final stage of China's feudal society, it contains 491 stories. Using ghosts, fox spirits, and immortals as its subjects, the book reflects real society through supernatural tales. It depicts romantic love between humans and spirits, as in “Nie Xiaoqian” and “Yingning,” while also exposing the corruption of th 8Reads—Score—14d adds
- 33 The Convict Official 罪吏 Lu Heng transmigrates. When he wakes up, he is merely an inconspicuous accounts clerk in the county office of Qingshan County, Great Qian. In seven days, the inspection team will arrive. He soon discovers that more than ten thousand shi of government grain are missing from the county's Ever-Normal Granary, and most of the fake account books used to cover up the loss were written by "him." The county magistrate wants him to confess, the deputy magistrate wants him to keep quiet, and everyone thin 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 34 The Rise of a Foot Soldier in the Three Kingdoms 三国之从小兵崛起 [Multiple Heroines] [No System]+ [Not Brain-Dead]+ [Clear Logic] Marrying Cai Wenji from the start and saving Empress He Liu Pan transmigrates to the end of the Han Dynasty, just as the Yellow Turban Rebellion erupts. He becomes a lowly soldier in the midst of a fierce battle. He has no control over whether he lives or dies, but fortunately, he has a brother named Xu Chu, and he ultimately survives. With Xu Chu's help, he secures the means to rise through the ranks. From then on, he uses mem 1.3kReads6.9Score10014d adds
- 35 Desert Expedition 沙漠探险 The midday sun baked the sand until it was scorching. Chen Zhi crouched and plunged his fingers into the sand. Hot. But not the kind of heat the sun would leave behind. He jerked his hand back. Blisters had already formed on his fingertips. "There's something wrong with this sand." Chen Zhi stood up and held his hand out to Li Tian. The blisters glistened in the sunlight. Li Tian took a step back. "Old Chen, what happened to your hand?" "There's something under the sand." Chen Zhi kicked away th 19Reads—Score—14d adds
- 36 Romance of the Thirteen Qing Emperors 清宫十三朝演义 The Romance of the Thirteen Reigns of the Qing Court is a historical novel of nearly 600,000 Chinese characters by Republican-era writer Xu Xiaotian. With vivid prose and a sweeping scope, it offers a panoramic view of almost three hundred years of change, from the Qing dynasty’s origins to its fall. The novel’s one hundred chapters trace events from Nurhaci’s rise in Jianzhou and his uprising with thirteen suits of ancestral armor to Puyi’s abdication and the closing of the Qing palace. Court i 3Reads8.1Score—14d adds
- 37 The Three Kingdoms Is Fascinating 三国很有趣 The Three Kingdoms era was marked by constant warfare and rival warlords, and it is widely known thanks to Romance of the Three Kingdoms. But Romance of the Three Kingdoms is not history, and some of the famous stories we all know are not true! Did Zhuge Liang really borrow arrows with straw boats? Why was Zhang He called the “Three Kingdoms’ ultimate strength tester”? How did Fei Yi live a life worthy of the title “Master of Pacing”? Was Cao Zhi really in love with his sister-in-law? Why is it 16Reads9.2Score—14d adds
- 38 The History of Emperor Taizu of Song, Too Gruesome to Read Closely 不忍细看的宋太祖史 Did you know? In the long sweep of Chinese history, the Song dynasty is one of those extraordinary dynasties you simply can’t leave out. The History of Song Taizu: Too Wild to Read Closely is a fascinating book that will have you laughing your way through those years of the Song dynasty. From Zhao Kuangyin’s dramatic rise from the start, when he was “cloaked in the yellow robe,” to the tragic end of the Southern Song, emperors, generals, ministers, and famous scholars spring vividly to life, as 2Reads7.7Score—14d adds
- 39 Transmigrating as Lu Bu: Founding the Han Dynasty Talent Management Center 穿越吕布：创办汉朝人才管理中心 No System, no harem, and characters who can think! Conquests in the early stages, farming and development in the middle, and crushing the opposition in the end! He establishes a talent management center and recruits the finest experts under heaven! He establishes Shanhe University to train specialists in every field! He brings the Three Kingdoms era’s top strategists and generals all under his command. Agriculture, people’s livelihoods, government, military affairs, industry, and medicine all fl —Reads8.5Score—14d adds
- 40 Taming Qin 驯秦记 What he intends to tame is not the Six States, but the all-consuming war machine itself. The iron cavalry of Great Qin tramples mountains and rivers, its fearsome army sweeping all before it. In this vast war machine, where heads taken earn merit and destruction fuels its advance, Bai Yan, a young Qin general who crawled out of mountains of corpses and seas of blood, gives rise to an almost arrogant idea: to tame Qin. Not to rebel, but to bring it to heel. To place the reins of reason on this sa 25Reads—Score—14d adds
- 41 Ming Dynasty Imperial Guards: From the Start, I Take Down the Eunuch in Charge 大明锦衣卫，开局扳倒守备太监 [No System + Scientific Development + Financial Takeover] After a frigate’s deputy captain transmigrates into the body of Xu Da’s descendant, he falls on hard times and scrapes by writing cargo receipts at the docks. Then, thanks to his wealth of knowledge, he spots at a glance that the tribute ship inspected by the eunuch in charge of coastal defense is riding suspiciously low in the water. He seizes the opportunity to bring down the corrupt official. Starting with river defenses, he ventures i 5.7kReads8.2Score51714d adds
- 42 The Five Tigers Pacify the South 五虎平南 The Five Tigers Pacify the South is set during the reign of Emperor Renzong of the Great Song, when the southern barbarian king Nong Zhigao rebelled and war engulfed the southern frontier. Di Qing, Prince of Pacifying the West, received the imperial order to lead the army and set out once more with the Five Tiger Generals. But they were thwarted by the sorcery of a strange martial expert from the southern tribes: Duan Hongyu, daughter of Duan Hong of Mengyun Pass. Trained in the Way of the Immor 2Reads8.3Score114d adds
- 43 I Transmigrated as Hu Hai, and You Call This a Thousand-Mile Horse? 穿越成胡亥，你说这是千里马？ The moment I opened my eyes, I was in Xianyang Palace, where the courtiers stood as silent as cicadas in winter. The eunuch Zhao Gao led in a deer and asked with a beaming smile, “Your Majesty, this is a thousand-mile steed. Isn't that right?” I was Hu Hai, the ruler who lost his kingdom, a puppet emperor in the history books. At that very moment, the soul of Li Yue, a graduate student in history, entered this body! A horse? To hell with that! As everyone watched in horror, I drew the Son of Hea 9Reads—Score—14d adds
- 44 The Yongzheng Dynasty, Volumes One and Two 雍正王朝（上下册） For more than two thousand years, a vast, irreconcilable conflict has existed between the highly centralized system of commanderies and counties and the system of independent farmers. Faced with this contradiction, reform was inevitable. Wang Anshi and Zhang Juzheng both attempted it throughout history, but only the Yongzheng Emperor succeeded. His forceful reforms, pursued for thirteen years, resolved this conflict. Yet Qianlong, the heir he personally chose, gradually dismantled his new polici 1kReads9.5Score20214d adds
- 45 A Grand Compendium of Famous Figures from Every Chinese Dynasty 中国历代名人大鉴 A must-read classic for every bookshelf: A Comprehensive Collection of Famous Figures Throughout Chinese History breaks through the barriers of dense historical sources. Forget rote memorization of complicated facts. Journey across five thousand years of Chinese history, from ancient sages to modern luminaries, all gathered here and presented in engaging detail. Stripped of excessive glorification and free from obscure language, its accessible yet elegant prose brings every famous figure vividly 6Reads—Score—14d adds
- 46 The Great Qin Empire: Abridged Edition (Five-Volume Set) 大秦帝国：精华版（全五册） During the Warring States period, when rival kingdoms battled for supremacy, Qin was a weak state on the northwestern frontier. Hemmed in by aristocrats at home and watched by powerful enemies abroad, it stood on the brink of extinction. At this critical moment, Qin produced a succession of wise rulers and able ministers. In just over a century, it went from a weak state that could only take a beating to an invincible power that swept all before it. After Duke Xiao of Qin took the throne, he rec 2.1kReads9.6Score39114d adds
- 47 Three Kingdoms: I, Dong Zhuo, Will Be the Thief Who Steals the Nation and Seduces Women 三国：我董卓，要当窃国偷香老贼 I’ll take Diao Chan and kill Lu Bu, punch Cao Mengde, and kick Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei. I’ll claim every hero and beauty under heaven, unite the realm, ascend the throne, conquer the West, and destroy the gods. I’m Dong Zhuo. Who could possibly scare me? 251Reads7.2Score—14d adds
- 48 A Chapter-by-Chapter Deep Dive into Dream of the Red Chamber 【红楼梦】逐回深度解读 A Chapter-by-Chapter In-Depth Analysis of Dream of the Red Chamber is a scholarly work of literary appreciation focused on Dream of the Red Chamber, the pinnacle of classical Chinese literature. Organized around the novel’s chapters and grounded in close reading, it draws on a century of research to examine the work chapter by chapter from multiple angles. It is a “guide to solving its mysteries” and a “reading map” for fans of Dream of the Red Chamber. 88Reads—Score—14d adds
- 49 Tales from the Dream of the Red Chamber 红楼梦那些事 A laugh-out-loud, tradition-defying take on Dream of the Red Chamber bursts onto the scene! Using a delightfully unhinged deconstructionist approach, this book turns the rise and fall of the Four Great Families into a hilarious three-in-one guide to workplace life, relationships, and survival, letting you rediscover this classic masterpiece between fits of laughter. Jia Baoyu becomes a lovesick rich kid, constantly caught between Daiyu's sharp-tongued jabs and Baochai's humblebragging. Wang Xife 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 50 Modern Chinese History 中国近代史 A History of Modern China opens with geography and the natural environment, first outlining the living conditions and ways of life of the peoples of China and its neighboring regions. It then surveys China's history before the modern era through its products, ideas, literature, science, and art. The history covered in this book begins with the Opium War and encompasses several major themes: the Opium War, the Taiping Rebellion, the First Sino-Japanese War, the Hundred Days' Reform, the Boxer Mov 102Reads9.2Score—14d adds
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