Unsolved Mysteries of Chinese History

Author: Li Suoqing, Editor-in-Chief
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Publishing Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Qin Shi Huang's lineage, Empress Dowager Cixi's rise to power, Qin Hui's betrayal, the Tianjing Rebellion, Chen Yuanyuan's soul's return, using talismans for healing, the wonder of the seismograph's operation, and the anonymous author of "Jin Ping Mei" – behind each historical mystery lies a significant event that shook the ancient and modern world, all connected to the destiny and historical trajectory of the Chinese nation. Therefore, historical mysteries are not only important topics of popular discourse but also major research questions for the academic community. Exploring these issues is not only to satisfy people's innate curiosity but also to clarify major historical cases, dispel the fog of history, restore its true face, and help us see the trajectory of historical evolution more clearly, providing a scientific and objective historical basis for future generations. This book is part of the Guangming Daily Press's Key Book Project – the Guangming Color Book Series Discovery Series. The editor adopts a brand-new perspective to study history, selecting over a hundred major historical mysteries from eight aspects: emperors, imperial courts, politics, military, celebrities, religion, culture, and science. Through rigorous and scientific analysis, vivid and concise writing, the book aims to dispel the fog of history and present its true face to readers in a comprehensive and three-dimensional manner. Over a thousand exquisite images related to historical mysteries allow readers to enjoy beautiful historical landscapes while exploring the truth of history. This provides readers with a broader cultural perspective, aesthetic appreciation, imaginative space, and a pleasant experience while acquiring knowledge in a relaxed manner.