Rise of a Nation (Volumes 1 and 2) Fine

Author: Cai Dongfan
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Publish Date: 1996-10-01
Features: Cai Dongfan's "Historical Chronicles of China" spans from Qin Shi Huang to the Republic of China, covering 2,166 years of history in a total of 1,040 chapters and over six million words. Such a comprehensive and independently completed historical romance series, chronicling China from Qin to the Republic, is truly unprecedented and a monumental work. The Wuchun Rebellion broke out, and provinces responded, mobilizing countless soldiers and civilians to establish the Republic of China. What is the meaning of "Republic"? The term "Republic" contrasts with "Empire." In the past, China was ruled by emperors, and the entire land was considered the emperor's private property, passed down through one or two generations. Since the Xia Dynasty, down to the Qing Dynasty, though there were several revolutions and changes of rulers, it all remained within the realm of monarchy. I grew up during the Qing Dynasty and still remember that ten years ago, both domestically and internationally, our country was referred to as the Great Qing Empire. After the revolution, the form of government changed, and the character "Emperor" was abolished, replaced by "People." The character "Emperor" is a title of honor for one person, while "People" refers to the collective citizenry. When one person rules the nation, no one dares to defy them. If they are wise and just, and their policies are in line with the people's hearts, then the country will thrive, and peace will prevail.