Li Zicheng (Full 2 Volumes)

Author: Liu Letu
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: This book provides a historical and fair evaluation of Li Zicheng's life. Whether it is his extraordinary talent in childhood, the emotional wounds he suffered in his youth, or the majestic demeanor of a king when he became the leader of the peasant uprising, the book offers detailed descriptions. Especially, it gives a nuanced portrayal of the decline and failure of the Ming dynasty and the Ming-Chongzhen period of the Qing dynasty, the internal struggles within the rebel army, and the characters such as Dorgon, Zhang Xianzhong, Li Yan, and Niu Jinxing. The book's writing is sharp, the story is full of twists and turns, and after reading it, a vivid and magnificent king's demeanor unfolds before your eyes.