Stories of the Warring States (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: Fei Hong
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: In the turbulent era of the Warring States, strategists who traveled between states were the darlings of the time. They often entered the halls of power as advisors and strategists, guiding the destiny of nations, citing numerous examples, employing clever analogies, demonstrating sharp wit, and expressing themselves freely. To some extent, they influenced the rise and fall of feudal states and the course of history. The Strategies of the Warring States, compiled by the Han scholar Liu Xiang from the works of strategists during the Warring States period, is a unique national history book. It records the vibrant and diverse historical landscapes of the 12 major feudal states from the early Warring States period to the unification of the Qin dynasty 240 years later. In this turbulent and transformative era, strategists who traveled between states were the darlings of the time. They often entered the halls of power as advisors and strategists, guiding the destiny of nations, citing numerous examples, employing clever analogies, demonstrating sharp wit, and expressing themselves freely. From a certain perspective, they influenced the rise and fall of feudal states and the course of history. This national history book, written primarily in the form of journalistic accounts, fully demonstrates the high level of language and strategy achieved by ancient sages, brimming with life wisdom that leaves modern readers in awe and possessing a unique artistic charm. The Strategies of the Warring States is written in difficult language, posing significant challenges for people today, especially young readers, to study. This book selects over 400 fascinating historical stories from it and presents them in simple, accessible language, conveying the wisdom, courage, spirit, and elegance of ancient people. It guides young readers to appreciate the endless wealth, pride, and dignity left by the distant civilization for modern generations. Renowned painters have provided exquisite illustrations for the stories, vividly and visually highlighting the essence and spirit of the original work.