Great People, Small Stories · Explorers

Author: Yan Xuzhi
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: Throughout history, how many heroes, geniuses, and extraordinary talents have emerged in the world! Among them, some had grand visions, sacrificing their families for the nation and the people's welfare; some were skilled in both literature and martial arts, invincible in battle, and the bravest of the brave; some were extraordinary and wise, knowledgeable in all fields, and full of wisdom; some were clever and eloquent, capable of stabilizing the state; some could compose poetry in seven steps, write books, and leave behind a legacy of works; some were versatile and possessed unique skills, standing out from the crowd; some were ingenious and inventive, benefiting humanity; some were erudite and dedicated teachers, setting an example for others; some wandered the world, facing danger and hardship, daring to be the first; some endured humiliation and built their own success through hard work and perseverance. These outstanding individuals, who achieved great accomplishments and left a lasting legacy, are the politicians, military strategists, thinkers, diplomats, writers, artists, scientists, educators, explorers, and entrepreneurs that people admire. The brilliant achievements they attained in their respective fields all have their own reasons. Some were diligent and hardworking, enduring hardships without complaint; some were industrious and thrifty, persistent and unwavering; some were humble and cautious, bold in exploration. Their success depended on their strong psychological qualities and noble moral character. Their success was filled with hard work and tears of pain. Their success was accompanied by countless moving stories. These individuals were geniuses, strong figures, celebrities, giants, sages, "supermen,", and the great figures we often refer to. They not only left behind immeasurable material wealth for future generations but also bestowed upon us endless spiritual strength. They are the objects of admiration and the role models for people to learn from. It is often said, "The power of role models is infinite." "Near ink, one becomes black; near vermilion, one becomes red," and this is the very principle. Mencius' mother moved three times to find a good neighbor for her son, choosing a role model for him. Here, we have collected short stories of over 1,000 great figures from 10 different fields. These great figures, though and giants, are also ordinary people, mortals. They have experiences similar to ordinary people. They have the seven emotions and six desires, joys and sorrows, successes and failures. They have once been wealthy beyond measure and have also been destitute. They have once been invincible and have also been defeated. They have been respected and have also been ridiculed. There are many such vivid and interesting stories about them. Most of these stories are based on historical facts and are elaborated upon; some are adapted from biographies, shortened; and some are rewritten using news reports as. These stories cover the political talents and hidden wisdom of politicians, the courage of military strategists and their family sentiments, the integrity of diplomats and their willingness to compromise, the profound insights of thinkers and their life pursuits, the diligence and artistic excellence of artists, the erudition and humility of educators, the creative struggles and ingenious ideas of writers, the dedication and failures of scientists, the bravery and meticulousness of explorers, and the generosity and frugality of entrepreneurs. These stories are like sparkling dewdrops, crystal clear and shining brightly, reflecting the brilliant light of these great figures. This is the charm of character! This is the power of character! This is our role model. We have written these short stories of great figures to showcase their spiritual demeanor before you. Young friends, after reading these stories, you can gain knowledge, be inspired, understand the ways of the world, and learn how to be a good person. Wishing you, young friend, that you may also become a great figure!