A Compendium of Chinese History: Illustrated Edition (Illustrated Edition)

Author: Zhang Y
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Publish Date: 2004-07-01
Features: Mr. Zhang Y, the author, was a highly talented and thoughtful scholar during the Republican era. He was highly regarded and expected by his mentors, such as Liang Qichao, Chen Yinque, Qian Mu, and many other great masters. Unfortunately, he passed away at a young age, living for only 37 years. This book is the only work left behind by him in his short life, yet it fully demonstrates his profound and perceptive insights, extensive knowledge, and deep intellectual depth. His thoughts are both clear and enduring. At the time of writing, this book was intended as a supplementary reader for history textbooks (Outline of Chinese History part), so it is more lively and engaging in form, easy to read and understand, without any stiffness or dullness, while still being rich in intellectual content and theoretical depth. Moreover, the author held a deep emotional connection and respect for the history of the Chinese nation, so the book is free of superficiality, emptiness, or exaggeration. Many of the viewpoints and ideas in the book still hold great value and relevance for modern readers. The preface, specially written by the historian Professor Wang Jiafen for this book, is vivid, insightful, and profound, truly a perfect match.