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  1. 1 Ten Days to the End: A Terrifying Rule About Chickens Being Too Beautiful 十日终焉:规则之鸡你太美惊魂 6k WordsCompleted The Last Ten Days: Rules of the Game, You’re Too Beautiful, A Chilling Nightmare 1Reads—Score—14d adds
  2. 2 Etiquette Every Chinese Person Should Know 中国人必须懂得礼仪 161k WordsCompleted Etiquette has a long and rich history in Chinese culture and is a spiritual treasure of the Chinese nation. The theme of "Etiquette Every Chinese Person Should Know" highlights just how important etiquette is to every son and daughter of China. This book explores how etiquette is expressed in every aspect of life. From everyday greetings to the way we sit, stand, and walk, it shows how personal refinement is revealed in the smallest details. For example, the traditional cupped-hands salute embo 15Reads—Score—14d adds
  3. 3 Looks Like I'm Reading a Novel, but I'm Actually Studying for the CET-4 看似看小说实则学英语四级 Urban411k WordsOngoing The Word Realm is a place where people cultivate through words. Everyone here is given just one word for their entire life. When they turn eighteen, they must ascend the Word Platform and receive the word that will define their life. Whichever clan their word belongs to is the clan they will follow for the rest of their life. There is no changing it. Cultivation through words in the Word Realm has six stages: Gathering Words, Forming Seals, Making Sentences, Reaching the Root, Establishing Words 600Reads—Score10014d adds
  4. 4 Yue Yiyi, Jun Buli 月依依,君不离 Ancient Romance236k WordsOngoing Historical fantasy | Transmigration | Wilderness survival | Food | Chinese medicine | Light comedy | War | Love of country and family | Urban life | Workplace She transmigrates, opens her eyes, and sees her whole world falling apart: her husband is hanging himself right in front of her! Murong Lingyue, the daughter of a marquis, eloped with her childhood friend, the young general Xiao Ruiyi. The two of them nearly lost their lives. Tong Yue, a modern woman, transmigrates into Lingyue’s body a 3Reads—Score—14d adds
  5. 5 A Selection of Top-Scoring Essays from China’s National College Entrance Exams Over the Past Five Years 近五年全国高考高分作文精选 102k WordsCompleted This book is a selection of high-scoring essays from China's national college entrance examinations over the past five years. It includes top essays from different exam papers, giving candidates a comprehensive understanding of the exam essay and valuable reference material. 15Reads—Score—14d adds
  6. 6 Learn English Through Novels 看小说学英语 Urban214k WordsCompleted A really fun urban romance novel that teaches while entertaining. Read the story and learn English at the same time, improving your skills without even noticing. Keep going, Lin Xiaotu! 4.6kReads—Score36614d adds
  7. 7 A History of the Western Zhou 西周史 Historical582k WordsCompleted The Western Zhou period lasted roughly 280 years, from the end of the eleventh century BC, when King Wu of Zhou conquered the Shang, founded the Zhou dynasty, and established its capital at Hao, to 771 BC, when King You of Zhou was killed and King Ping of Zhou moved the capital to Luoyi. The Western Zhou succeeded the Xia and Shang dynasties. Building on their foundations, its political culture flourished and had a profound influence on the development of Chinese history and culture. This book i 135Reads9.0Score—14d adds
  8. 8 A Life Guide for College Students 给大学生的生活指南 274k WordsCompleted A guide to college life, teaching you how to leave campus and adapt to society more effectively… 93Reads—Score—14d adds
  9. 9 Essential Chinese Classics Every Middle School Student Should Know 中学生必知的国学常识 Historical253k WordsCompleted This book brings together selected terms and topics related to traditional Chinese learning from the history of Chinese culture. Rich in content and knowledge, it covers subjects such as familiarizing oneself with the classics, cultivating character and setting aspirations, surveying history broadly to distill wisdom, the sparks of science in ancient civilizations, rallying calls in the classics of history, classical literature flowing through a thousand years, the core spirit of China, a kaleid 4Reads8.6Score—14d adds
  10. 10 Red Star Over China: A Young Readers' Edition 红星照耀中国:青少版 Historical265k WordsCompleted Red Star Over China is a work of reportage by American journalist Edgar Snow, translated by Dong Leshan. It faithfully records what the author saw and heard during his field interviews in the revolutionary base areas of northwestern China from June to October 1936, bringing the world accounts of China, the Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Red Army, and many of its leaders and generals. The year 2016 marked the 80th anniversary of the Long March's victory, as well as the 80th anniversary of the boo 921Reads9.5Score12014d adds
  11. 11 Essential Knowledge of Chinese History: A Beginner’s Guide to China’s National History, a Bestselling Classic Since the Republican Era 中国历史常识(一本品读中国国史的入门巨著,民国以来畅销不衰的国史读本) Historical125k WordsCompleted Written by Lü Simian, a modern Chinese historian, master of Chinese studies, and preeminent scholar of history, this monumental work is held in the highest regard by Huang Renyu, Qian Mu, Bai Yang, Yi Zhongtian, Gu Jiegang, and many others. It is a perennially popular guide to Chinese history. Common Knowledge of Chinese History is the acclaimed work that established Lü Simian, a modern historian, master of Chinese studies, and preeminent scholar of history, as a leading figure. It was also the 26Reads8.6Score—14d adds
  12. 12 A History Teacher Teaches You How to Read History (2-Volume Set) 历史老师教你读历史(全2册) Historical222k WordsCompleted Using the People's Education Press history textbooks for Grades Seven, Eight, and Nine as a reference, this book presents history systematically, arranging events chronologically into chapters based on different eras, then dividing each chapter into sections on politics, economics, culture, and other subjects. It covers both broad themes and developments over time. Its contents range from wars, politics, culture, and ideas to science and technology, art, relations between nations, economics, and 527Reads9.3Score12114d adds
  13. 13 The Testimony of Water 水的证词 14k WordsCompleted The Testimony of Water —Reads—Score—14d adds
  14. 14 100 Beautiful English Essays 英语美文100篇 495k WordsCompleted Every essay in this collection has been carefully selected and covers a wide range of subjects, including reflections on life, the beauty of nature, family and friendship, and perseverance in the face of challenges. The writing is elegant and vivid, with rich vocabulary and varied sentence structures, helping readers improve their English reading comprehension, expand their vocabulary, and develop a stronger feel for the language. Whether you're an English learner hoping to improve your skills o 456Reads—Score12614d adds
  15. 15 A Complete Guide to the Essentials of Chinese Studies Everyone Should Know 中国人应知的国学常识大全集 Historical838k WordsCompleted Presented in a question-and-answer format, this book introduces essential knowledge of Chinese culture that every Chinese person should know, covering more than twenty fields, including the politics of famous figures, official institutions, education, and science. It is an ideal guide to learning and mastering the basics of Chinese culture. 9.4kReads9.3Score2.5k14d adds
  16. 16 Warning! The Streamer You Follow Has Been Banned 警告!您关注的主播已被封禁 Mystery612k WordsOngoing He was just a wage slave until a car accident gave him an unexpected perspective on reality through the lens of magical realism. Who would have thought the new struggle would unfold like this? You still have to hustle after you die. You still have to sell yourself after you die. You still can't get it back after you die. You still have to give even after you're dead. The villains are naturally good at misleading people. Can you see through them? The big bad has stirred up another conflict and sl 10Reads—Score—14d adds
  17. 17 A Pocket Guide to Eastern Aesthetics: Chinese Hanfu 东方美学口袋书 华夏汉服 Historical10k WordsCompleted Hanfu is an important part of traditional Chinese culture. From its weaving and dyeing techniques to its patterns and color palettes, every detail reflects a distinctive Eastern aesthetic. This book is part of the Hanfu-themed series Pocket Books of Eastern Aesthetics. Organized by dynasty, it features more than 30 styles of Hanfu, including the curved-hem shenyi, the straight-hem shenyi, and cross-collar ruqun, guiding readers into the world of Hanfu culture and helping them appreciate the beau 219Reads9.2Score10114d adds
  18. 18 Five Thousand Years of Chinese History: The Classic Original Edition 中华上下五千年(经典原版) Historical418k WordsCompleted This book traces the development of Chinese civilization across five thousand years of history, from Pangu creating the world and Yu the Great controlling the floods, through Qin Shi Huang’s unification of China, to the Ming and Qing dynasties and modern times. It covers key eras such as the contending philosophies of the pre-Qin period and the prosperous Han and Tang dynasties. Concise accounts highlight the connections between historical events and figures, offering a clear overview of the bas 33.4kReads9.6Score3.9k14d adds
  19. 19 High School Entrance Exam Diary 中考日记 Modern Romance102k WordsCompleted I hope everyone taking the high school entrance exams gets into the high school of their choice. Wishing you success in everything. 187Reads—Score—14d adds
  20. 20 I Die If I Stop Practicing 不刷题就会死 Mystery111k WordsOngoing “If studying won’t kill you, then study until it does!” “The college entrance exam is a one-plank bridge crossed by countless armies. If you don’t work hard, you’ll be pushed into the abyss.” Ding-dong! Your personal Study Assistant is now online! With the help of this System, all students can achieve the grades they hope for! Students, are you ready to study until you drop? If you don’t grind through practice questions, you really will die! 106Reads6.3Score10214d adds
  21. 21 Sai Lei's Three-Minute Cartoon History of the Communist Party of China 赛雷三分钟漫画中国共产党历史 Historical20k WordsCompleted A Hilarious New Work by Sai Lei! An introductory book for learning the history of the Communist Party of China! A youth reader for studying Party history! Guided and reviewed by the Seventh Department of the Institute of Party History and Literature, and based on A Brief History of the Communist Party of China, the popular science comics team "Sai Lei in Three Minutes" has carefully illustrated the history of the Communist Party of China in full color! Cinematic scenes throughout, with full-colo 96Reads9.4Score—14d adds
  22. 22 A Complete History of Europe 欧洲全史 Historical421k WordsCompleted A Complete History of Europe is divided into two parts: A History of Medieval Europe and A History of Early Modern Europe. A History of Medieval Europe traces Europe’s history from the dissolution of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century AD through the 16th century. A History of Early Modern Europe focuses on the period from the rise of representative government and science in the early 17th century to the beginning of the 20th century. The book covers the politics, economy, thought, and a 142Reads9.3Score—14d adds
  23. 23 My Fiance Broke Off Our Engagement After Going Bankrupt, Then My Childhood Friend Came to Marry Me with the New Year's Money He'd Saved for 18 Years 破产后未婚夫悔婚,竹马带着攒了18年的压岁钱来娶我 68k WordsCompleted After my family goes bankrupt, my fiance breaks off our engagement. My childhood friend comes to marry me with eighteen years' worth of New Year's money he'd saved up. 14Reads—Score—14d adds
  24. 24 A Comic History of China You Won’t Learn from Textbooks, Vol. 3 课本上学不到的漫画中国史.3 Historical42k WordsCompleted The historical figures in textbooks are mostly presented as serious and proper. This book uses comics and analysis of historical sources to show readers their lively, human side. The book is divided into four sections: Celebrity Files, Courtly Anecdotes, Fun Facts, and Daily Life. It explains things through comics and humorous jokes, while also drawing on a wealth of historical sources. Both entertaining and well researched, it brings one vivid historical figure after another to life: Was Bao Go 109Reads9.4Score—14d adds
  25. 25 A Collection of History Too Gruesome to Read Closely (Complete in Two Volumes) 历史不忍细看合集(共2册) Historical359k WordsCompleted "History Is Too Painful to Examine Closely: A Refined Edition" This book gathers a wealth of forgotten and misunderstood historical material, separating fact from fiction and clearing away the dust to reveal history in its true colors. From power struggles and writers’ private lives to palace intrigues and tales from the streets, it cuts through layers of mystery with clear, accessible explanations. Long-standing misconceptions are corrected with lively, witty accounts, bringing the colorful yea 1.2kReads9.1Score29514d adds
  26. 26 The Complete Guide to Law 法律大全 426k WordsCompleted 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. 564Reads—Score10014d adds
  27. 27 Why China? 为什么是中国 Historical97k WordsCompleted The historical responsibility of Chinese scholars today is to provide the guiding ideas and theoretical foundation for China’s rejuvenation. Since the Opium War of 1840, we can see that the Chinese have collectively been trapped in a Eurocentric worldview, unable to break free. That is why we must take another look at world history. Capitalism, which arose over the past five hundred years, is actually a movement. It was simply accompanied by the Industrial Revolution and extraordinary advances i 112Reads9.4Score3714d adds
  28. 28 A Humanities Student Must Still Do Homework at an Elite Academy 文科生穿进贵族学院也要做题 Modern Romance261k WordsCompleted The rating just came in! A big-budget live-action dating game, powerful heroine and hero, the heroine is a bit of a heartthrob but has no grand ambitions, just an ordinary person. A is a great fit, but B suits them better. As a liberal arts student, Shi Ning spends her days going head-to-head with all kinds of multiple-choice questions. Politics teacher: “Weigh the options. If you don’t get it, take some time to work it out for yourself.” History teacher: “I immediately thought of A. You can onl 1.8kReads8.9Score36114d adds
  29. 29 Clothing, Food, Housing, and Transportation in Ancient Times 古代人的衣食住行 Historical129k WordsCompleted How did people in ancient times spend summer, use the toilet, and fall in love? This book satisfies all your curiosity about their everyday lives! With no air conditioning or refrigerators, how did people in ancient times beat the summer heat? They used hand-powered fans to cool themselves. To make them more effective, they would place the fans behind a pool of water or blocks of ice, so they could blow out a cool breeze. Some even put fresh flowers in front of the fans, making the breeze fragra 2.1kReads9.4Score58114d adds
  30. 30 Looks Like Reading Novels, Actually Studying for the Civil Service Essay Exam 看似看小说实则学申论 312k WordsOngoing The rating is low because the book just came out. It will rise later. I’ll update the book with strategies for answering argumentative essay questions, explanations of key concepts, and review points to memorize with every chapter. For now, the final book is planned to have eight chapters of strategies. If there are any strategies you’d like to see or learn about while working through the questions, tag me in the comments with the volume number and topic. Once I’ve found suitable materials, I 6.8kReads8.6Score2.2k14d adds
  31. 31 Middle School Chemistry 初中化学 181k WordsCompleted A summary of middle school chemistry, covering frequently tested topics such as the colors of common substances, the acidity and alkalinity of solutions, how to identify substances, and the names of common compounds. It helps students learn middle school chemistry with ease. 512Reads—Score17914d adds
  32. 32 Chinese History So Fascinating You’ll Lose Sleep 有趣得让人睡不着的中国史 Historical217k WordsCompleted China's History: So Fascinating It’ll Keep You Awake Crafted with great care by rising history writer Lishi Jun, this book uses a light, humorous touch to reveal the truth behind many events in Chinese history, along with little-known stories about historical figures. Its style is distinctive and entertaining, while its content remains faithful to historical facts. Many of the stories are drawn from historical documents, and material from unofficial histories and legends is explained and analyz —Reads8.6Score32014d adds
  33. 33 Handsome Men of the Wei and Jin Dynasties: A Book of Their Strange Tales 魏晋有美男 : 一本书带你看尽魏晋美男奇事 Historical107k WordsCompleted A life as a beautiful person must be pretty exciting, right? Ancient influencer marketing and a male Victoria’s Secret fashion show A guide to the beauties of the Wei and Jin dynasties, a high-energy version of A New Account of the Tales of the World One book lets you get up close and personal with the dashing figures of the Wei and Jin eras A faithful recreation of historical details Sincerely recommended by the Global Looks Association: If you haven’t read this book, don’t call yourself a beau —Reads8.5Score—14d adds
  34. 34 The Secret to Earning Over Ten Thousand a Month at Seventeen 17岁月入过万的秘密 Modern Romance104k WordsCompleted Everyone says we're born equal. But how can ten years of studying hard compare with three generations in business? I doubt my ten years of hard study can even compare with their newbie sign-in rewards. I entered the workforce at fourteen. I've worked as a server and a salesperson, sold makeup, packed paper boxes, and worked on an assembly line. Now, at last, I've made it on my own: at seventeen, I'm earning tens of thousands a month with just a phone. Now it's time to start sharing! Find the rig 5.3kReads—Score2k14d adds
  35. 35 A Talisman Master’s Life, Beginning as a Nobody 从小白开始的符师生活 Eastern Fantasy585k WordsCompleted [One Female Lead] [No System] A thousand readers have a thousand different Hamlets, so naturally, everyone sees something different when they look at a “talisman.” Most ordinary people see nothing but chaotic, nonsensical lines. Those with a talent for the Way of Talismans can look past the disorderly strokes, see images, and grasp the meaning encoded in them. But Xie Hui doesn't see any images. All he sees is a blank sheet of paper covered in math, physics, chemistry, and biology. 89Reads8.7Score—14d adds
  36. 36 The Complete Guide to Novel Ideas 小说素材大全 1.3M WordsCompleted This book provides all the material novel authors need. Help yourself, and I hope you enjoy it. Please leave a good review if you do. 1.5kReads—Score43114d adds
  37. 37 A Complete Guide to Chinese and World History: A Must-Have for Every Chinese Household 中国历史世界历史一本通 (中国家庭必备书) Historical808k WordsCompleted The renowned British historian Arnold Toynbee once said, “If a person can immerse themselves in an understanding of history, they will surely gain true knowledge, because the lessons of history are the richest treasury of wisdom.” Learning about Chinese and world history in a short time and gaining an understanding of the world as a whole has been the dream and pursuit of many people throughout the ages. If you want to understand history, you must first acquire the necessary historical knowledge 390Reads9.2Score12614d adds
  38. 38 I Roam Jianghu with Fortune-Telling, Seeing Through Hearts and Breaking Deadlocks 我靠算命闯江湖,看透人心破死局 Urban160k WordsOngoing [Period Mystery + Jianghu Secrets and Arts + Wits and Schemes + A Battle of Human Nature + Underdog's Rise + No System] In 2002, I was twenty years old, yet everyone within ten li addressed me respectfully as "Mr. Chen." When the village Party secretary married off his son, he came to me to pick an auspicious date. When a pig farmer lost a pig, he came to ask me where to look. Then one day, the town mayor's wife knelt outside my house, begging me to divine the whereabouts of her missing daughter 10Reads—Score—14d adds
  39. 39 I Created a World for Her, but All She Cares About Is Her Studies 为她创世界,她只思学业 Modern Romance601k WordsCompleted This book was originally titled “Look This Way, Underachiever” On a chaotic morning, our protagonist died. After death, she arrived in a new world. There, as a student, she embarked on a journey from underachiever to top student. And she soon got her whole class caught up in the competition, too. The fearsome physics teacher gave up entirely: “Teacher He, you’re the teacher and I’m the student. Just call me Xiaoyuan.” The devoted chemistry teacher pleaded pitifully: “Xiangxiang, I broke my leg. 138Reads6.4Score10114d adds
  40. 40 Higher Mathematics as a Sleep Aid 高等数学之辅助睡眠 231k WordsOngoing Currently the most accessible higher mathematics book on Fanqie Reading, and one you can listen to as well. It focuses on reworking dry mathematical concepts into accessible explanations, helping readers become more familiar with them. It is written almost entirely in plain Chinese, with as few specific equations as possible. If math is beating you up, this book can grease its fists to make the blows hurt less. 1.2kReads—Score12214d adds
  41. 41 Making Millions of Students Cry on Their Exams 考哭千万学生 Urban170k WordsCompleted He's a devil, a question setter, a bastard countless exam takers across the country would love to stab to death! He sets the questions for the driver's license exam, driving countless learner drivers to tears and cutting traffic accidents nationwide by thirty percent! He sets the questions for the bar exam, making law students weep and law PhDs cry, while raising the caliber of new lawyers across the country by a whole level! He was neither reborn nor equipped with a System. In this age when Sys 242Reads8.2Score2014d adds
  42. 42 Learn Chinese History Without Memorizing a Thing 不用背照样学好中国史 Historical140k WordsCompleted One game for every key concept: learning history is as fun as playing. Carefully selected core concepts make it easy to understand the patterns behind the development of Chinese history! If you were a leader in primitive society, how would you guide a group of people in surviving on a deserted island? If you were playing a management simulation during the Wei, Jin, and Northern and Southern Dynasties, how would you expand your power? If you went back in time to become an emperor of the Ming dyna 2.5kReads9.5Score47214d adds
  43. 43 The Code of Power: When History Meets Economics 权力密码:当历史遇见经济学 Historical113k WordsCompleted A brand-new work from Wang Wei, bestselling author of the Understanding the Global Landscape series! Guided by the principles of understanding the reasons behind prosperity and decline, judging how power should be used, observing the art of managing people, and considering the path to success, this fresh take on history aims to uncover the rules and secrets behind how power works by examining historical events through the lens of economics. From Yu the Great controlling the floods to Liu Bang fo 1.2kReads9.5Score37214d adds
  44. 44 Polish Your Writing: The Essay Score-Boosting Guide 提升文笔:作文提分宝册 420k WordsCompleted “Classmate ‘Overachiever’? The book everyone’s secretly reading!” In a relaxed atmosphere, quickly improve the writing skills of middle and high school students, and learn to write perfect essays for entrance exams. Enjoy beautiful writing that goes down easy. Includes: (1) Essays written in response to actual middle and high school entrance exam prompts (2) Excellent writing on a wide range of topics and in many styles (3) Humorous takes on historical figures (4) A wealth of cultural heritage e 91Reads—Score3814d adds
  45. 45 Let Me Find You 让我找到你 Modern Romance66k WordsOngoing Unlike face-slapping, hitting someone on the back is perfectly safe... as long as the person being hit knows better than to open her mouth. For fourteen years, Zhao Nanhui had kept hitting her around the kidneys. The increasingly frequent traces of blood in her urine no longer surprised or worried her. It was just another unpleasant part of marriage, nothing more. Maybe millions of women were going through worse. On any given night in this city, there might be hundreds or even thousands of women 1Reads—Score—14d adds
  46. 46 Read History, Learn Strategy 读历史懂智谋 Historical212k WordsCompleted Classic historical stories passed down for thousands of years can still inspire our minds today, and the wisdom of the ancients can still give us strength! The strategies they devised through their own experiences of survival were not only useful in their era, but remain timeless for future generations, offering mysterious and winning insights... Drawing on five aspects: strategy, quick thinking, communication, insight, and social skills, "Learn Strategy from History: Collector’s Edition" carefu 4.9kReads9.5Score77514d adds
  47. 47 A Complete Guide to the Six Yao and Eight Trigrams 六爻八卦一点通 Marriage & Romance487k WordsCompleted A Quick Guide to the Six Lines and Eight Trigrams Are you fascinated by the mysterious Eight Trigrams and Six Lines, but find ancient texts obscure and technical terms hard to understand? This book is designed especially for complete beginners. With the goal of making the material easy to learn and understand at a glance, it uses everyday language, abundant examples, and original learning methods to guide you into Six Lines divination with ease. Its 300,000 words of systematic instruction will h 2.3kReads7.2Score57914d adds
  48. 48 One Sentence Is Worth Ten Thousand, If It's a Blurb 一句顶一万句,如果这句是文案 271k WordsCompleted In our lives, there are joys and hardships. Words sometimes give us strength and sometimes encourage us to keep going. Here you'll find plenty of beautifully written lines worth collecting, in all kinds of styles. (Note: The content comes from the internet.) 3.9kReads6.6Score1k14d adds
  49. 49 1,000 Questions on Ancient Chinese Culture 中国古代常识1000问 Historical368k WordsCompleted Drawing from the vast ocean of Chinese culture, 1,000 Questions About Ancient Chinese Customs carefully selects a thousand fascinating gems to explain basic knowledge of ancient China in a question-and-answer format. Its wealth of information and beautiful illustrations will make learning a delight as readers enter a world of knowledge. 1.2kReads9.0Score42914d adds
  50. 50 A General Reader's Guide to Historical Knowledge 历史常识通识读本 Historical470k WordsCompleted The historian and philosopher R. G. Collingwood once said, “Today comes from yesterday, and yesterday is contained in today. Yesterday, in turn, contains the day before, and so on, all the way back to antiquity. The history of the past still exists today. It has not died.” History serves as a mirror, recording humanity’s successes and failures, prosperity and decline, and the rise and fall of eras. What happens today will be history tomorrow. As the years pass and day gives way to night, the whe 45.3kReads9.6Score1.1k14d adds

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