Handan, A Series of Books on Historical and Cultural Cities in China

Author: Hao Liangzhen
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Publishing Date: 2001-01-01
Features: This book mainly introduces Handan, a city that has left too much for modern people: It is the oldest city in Hebei Province, and its long history has left as many as 1,500 cultural relics and historical sites. The Cishan Culture Site has filled the (gap) in Chinese Neolithic archaeological culture; the Ruins of the Zhao Kingdom Palace are another world wonder. It is the homeland of idioms, and the ancient Zhao culture has left as many as over 1,500 idioms and allusions. Examples include "Bearing the Branch of Discipline," "The Yellow River Dream," and "Learning to Walk in Handan," all of which carry profound meanings and condense the wisdom and philosophy of the Chinese nation, offering endless inspiration to modern people. It is a grand historical stage, where events like "Adopting the Dress of the Yue and Riding Horses," the "Sand Palace Incident," and the "Battle of Handan" are all epic poems of both majesty and tragic passion. It is the cradle of outstanding talents throughout the ages, including the first emperor of all emperors Qin Shi Huang, the hegemon Cao Cao, and the reform-minded Duke Wu Ling of Zhao, as well as figures like Xun Kuang and Gongsun Long, each leaving a deep mark on history with their unique contributions.