Shang Yang

Author: Jiang Lai
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Publish Date: 2001-10-01
Features: This book revolves around the intricate interpersonal relationships and emotional lives during the tumultuous reforms, portraying the insightful and righteous Shang Yang, as well as key historical figures like the Duke Xiao of Qin, Crown Prince Si, and Prince Qian. It also presents vivid artistic characters such as Wei Ying, Hao Juan, and Wei Qi, along with the diverse philosophers of the Hundred Schools. The book authentically depicts the thrilling struggles in the palace, government offices, military camps, estates, markets, and families during a period of historical turning points, possessing artistic charm, historical depth, and intellectual insight. It is a fresh, lively, and elegant historical literary work.
Shang Yang arrived in the state of Qin in 361 BC and implemented sweeping reforms, establishing the "Qin Laws" to transform the impoverished and backward Qin into a wealthy and powerful state, laying the foundation for China's long feudal society. He was executed by chariot in 338 BC, becoming a tragic tale in history. The book revolves around the intricate interpersonal relationships and emotional lives during the tumultuous reforms, portraying the insightful and righteous Shang Yang, as well as key historical figures like the Duke Xiao of Qin, Crown Prince Si, and Prince Qian. It also presents vivid artistic characters such as Wei Ying, Hao Juan, and Wei Qi, along with the diverse philosophers of the Hundred Schools. The book authentically depicts the thrilling struggles in the palace, government offices, military camps, estates, markets, and families during a period of historical turning points, possessing artistic charm, historical depth, and intellectual insight. It is a fresh, lively, and elegant historical literary work.