Zizhi Tongjian

Author: Feng Guochao
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Throughout its millennium-long popularity, the academic and social value of Zizhi Tongjian has been increasingly recognized by more and more people. Since the founding of the People's Republic of China, especially since the reform and opening-up, various versions of Zizhi Tongjian have emerged in abundance, but high-quality ones are rare, truly "few and far between." However, a significant portion of these versions are carelessly produced and irresponsible, either cutting and pasting excerpts or making arbitrary annotations, misleading readers. Many readers wish to read history books but are constrained by limited time, while others want to understand history but face language barriers. This version is perfectly suited for such readers. It selects the most compelling chapters of Zizhi Tongjian and divides them into eight major parts: Struggle for Supremacy in the Warring States Period, Unification of the World, Chu-Han Conflict, The Han Dynasty, The Three Kingdoms, Northern and Southern Opposition, and the Prosperity of the Sui and Tang Dynasties. These chapters are translated into colloquial Chinese suitable for general readers. The editors strive to present this monumental historical work in a comprehensive and three-dimensional manner through the harmonious integration of clear formats, concise text, exquisite illustrations, and layout design. They aim to create a colorful pathway for readers to understand history, inherit civilization, gain knowledge effortlessly, and broaden their cultural horizons, aesthetic appreciation, imaginative space, and overall enjoyable experience.