Yongzheng, the crafty and ruthless wolf-like way

Author: Dong Yonjun
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Publish Date: 2003-09-01
Features: This book approaches the topic from the perspective of wolf-like qualities, conducting an in-depth analysis of the successes and failures of the Yongzheng Emperor in five aspects: seizing the throne, consolidating power, punishing corruption, governing people, and exercising authority. It provides readers with a magnifying glass to view the world through a wolf's eyes, hoping that you can develop more wolf-like qualities and less sheep-like tendencies on your path to career success. The Yongzheng Emperor was the third emperor of the Qing Dynasty after it conquered the Central Plains and also a feudal emperor on the brink of modernity. He possessed exceptional insight and deeply understood the core essence of wolves through hunting: first, keen observation and the ability to seize opportunities; second, an indomitable spirit and determination to achieve goals; third, formidable group warfare; and fourth, a spirit of self-sacrifice for the collective. He summarized these four points into a sharp and ruthless wolf-like philosophy that influenced his actions throughout his life. He embodied this philosophy in the entire process of competing for the throne and governing, leading the Great Qing Dynasty to its pinnacle of glory.