Imperial Mirror of Judgement (VCD)

Author: [Ming] Zhang Juzheng
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Publish Date: 2003-10-01
Features: The Imperial Mirror with Pictures—A classic compiled by the Ming Dynasty's trusted advisor and Grand Secretary Zhang Juzheng and Lü for the young emperor Zhu Yijun, aiming to guide him to learn from history and govern diligently, becoming a sage ruler. Exquisite printing, a collectible classic, comes with a beautiful bookmark, dual-color illustrations, and includes detailed translations and appreciations. The Treasury of Chinese Traditional Culture Classics series selects 100 renowned works from the Chinese classics spanning philosophy, history, geography, literature, and science throughout history. These immortal masterpieces and beloved selections are presented to readers in modern translations. The series is published in a dual-color format, allowing readers to enjoy famous landscape paintings alongside the text, with illustrations sourced from collections such as The Mustard Seed Garden Manual of Painting and The Hall of One Rank's Paintings. The experience of admiring and reading these works is pleasing to the eye, evoking a sense of tranquility and inspiration.
The Chinese nation has a millennia-old history of civilization, creating a splendid ancient culture and leaving behind a rich spiritual legacy for humanity. These classics not only played a significant role in the formation and development of the Chinese nation but also continue to hold great contemporary relevance. They are the cultural essence of our Yellow River descendants, shaping the spirit of our nation.
To inherit our outstanding cultural heritage and ensure the legacy of our ancient civilization thrives, we have launched the Treasury of Chinese Traditional Culture Classics series. Guided by the principles of innovation while preserving tradition, the series selects a variety of classic works from Chinese history, publishing them in modern translations. We first prioritize immortal masterpieces from ancient philosophy, history, geography, literature, and science, while also including famous and widely cherished selections passed down through generations.
Considering the need for accessibility and the target audience, most works in this series are abridged translations, with annotations for the selected excerpts. The translations are accurate and fluent, easing readers into the complexities of ancient texts and making them accessible in today's fast-paced world. This allows readers to engage directly with the essence of ancient Chinese culture, learning and applying its wisdom simultaneously. The series is designed to appeal to and be understood by people of all ages—elders, middle-aged, and youth—ensuring everyone can benefit from its teachings.