Detailed Explanation of the Twenty Dynasties in the Tang Dynasty

Author: Zhu Mengyang
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Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features: Why was Li Yuan suspected by Emperor Yang of Sui? Why did Li Jiancheng lose to Li Shimin? Why did Emperor Taizong of Tang kill his own brother? Why was Emperor Taizong called the "Tiankehan"? How did Wu Zetian rise again? Why did Emperor Shaozong marry his own biological daughter to the Uyghurs? This book details the 20 lesser-known buried stories of the Tang Dynasty, vividly and authentically recreating the rich and colorful history of the Tang Dynasty for all to see!
When people think of the Tang Dynasty, they immediately recall Li Bai's magnificent poems, the brilliant Tang tri-color pottery, the vast and boundless territory, and the prosperous and peaceful era. The Tang Dynasty was a glorious and brilliant dynasty in China's long history, but it was also a dynasty burdened with deep suffering. It was a dynasty that inspired the Chinese people, and it was also a dynasty that made people deeply reflect. In short, it was a rich and diverse dynasty.
Starting from the perspective of respecting and understanding history, this book carefully selects various events and key figures in the development of the Tang Dynasty. Organized chronologically, it vividly and authentically presents the rich and colorful history of the Tang Dynasty. The writing is elegant and beautiful, with the perseverance of Xuanzang's journey to the West, the bravery of Xue Renhui's "Three Arrows Determining the Heaven Mountains," the integrity of Wei Zheng's fearless advice, the magnanimity of Li Bai's "Heavenly Talent Will Surely Be Useful," the sorrow of Emperor Xuanzong's "The Longevity Palace on the Seventh Day of the Seventh Month," the fierceness of Zhang Xun's refusal to surrender to death, the cunning of An Lushan's sinister intentions, the slyness of Li Linfu's honeyed words and sharp tongue, the strategy of Li Guangbi's underground warfare, the elegance of Wu Daozi's "Wu's Robe Flows with the Wind," the erudition of Du Gu's compilation of the "General Treatise," and the tenderness of Li Shangyin's "The Silkworm Dies, But Its Silk Does Not End." All of these are beautifully narrated and presented in this book.
Reading this book, you will not only learn about the history of the Tang Dynasty but also receive aesthetic nourishment and inspiration, bringing joy to your body and mind while enhancing your wisdom. Let us together explore the fascinating and ever-changing stories of this magnificent era!