Illustrated Picture Book of Chinese Classics, Issue 1: Stories from Zizhi Tongjian

Author: Li Yufu, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: A fresh way to tell classic stories; Unique illustrations complement vivid text. Concise and elegant excerpts from the original work, original paintings showcasing artistic craftsmanship, standard phonetic annotations aligned with teaching standards, and a soul-stirring journey that shapes a child's life. The Story of Zizhi Tongjian selects significant historical figures and events from Zizhi Tongjian to create engaging narratives. History is a mirror, reflecting the rise and fall of civilizations and the gains and losses over centuries. Emperors, generals, scholars, and heroes either charged into battlefields, demonstrating wisdom and bravery; or debated with eloquence, strategizing in camps. Su Qin, with his sharp wit, persuaded the six states to unite against Qin; Liu Bang, with strict laws, implemented the "Three Rules" upon entering the Central Plains; the (Chu Ba Wang), stubborn and arrogant, committed suicide at the Wu River; General Li Guang, the "Flying General," guarded the borders, making the Xiongnu tremble in fear and never surrender, maintaining an unyielding national spirit. Each vivid story and dynamic character moves us, inspires us, admires us, and draws us into their world. Zizhi Tongjian summarizes the political experiences and successes and failures from the Warring States period to the Northern Song Dynasty, covering over 1,300 years, and was compiled by the renowned Northern Song historian Sima Guang. Sima Guang, a learned and talented individual, had a lifelong passion for history. He extensively studied vast historical texts and devoted nineteen years of painstaking effort to compile this immortal masterpiece in the field of history. The newly released Phonetic Color Illustrated Classics of China is a series of books meticulously compiled and illustrated, specially dedicated to young readers. The exquisite illustrations by outstanding painters perfectly complement the text, vividly recreating the rich social life and profound artistic realm of the original work. The expressive text, delicate and lifelike illustrations, and standard phonetic annotations aligned with primary school teaching standards will serve as a bridge for children to understand and appreciate the essence of traditional Chinese culture.