Selected Foreign Historical Stories

Author: Cao Wenxuan
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: This series of "Guides to Extracurricular Reading for the Chinese Language Curriculum Standards" is designed to comprehensively improve students' basic language literacy and enrich their extracurricular reading life. The series is edited by the renowned writer and professor of the Department of Chinese at Peking University, Cao Wenxuan. Each book includes introductory texts that provide background knowledge, helping students grasp the content they are reading. Additionally, reading prompts or commentary are included to broaden students' perspectives and deepen their reading impressions. We hope this series offers primary and secondary school students a brand-new reading experience.
The books adopt the form of "historical stories," selecting typical figures and events from the rich tapestry of history that have significantly influenced its development. Using these events and figures as starting points, the series vividly describes humanity's past and recreates the history of society's forward progress. It celebrates all the beautiful achievements of human creation while condemning ignorance, backwardness, corruption, and darkness. It spreads the great spirit and cultural heritage passed down through generations.
The series consists of 37 chapters, all of which are historically grounded, whether they concern politics, economics, culture, or sports. Regardless of their length, the content is well-edited and seamlessly integrated. The characters are vivid and well-developed, and the events are engaging and dynamic—reading them will never feel dull. Through this series, readers can gain a wealth of knowledge about foreign history while also being spiritually and literary enriched.