Stories of Success of 100 World-Changing Celebrities. China Edition

Author: Xing Tao (General Planner) / Ji Jianghong (Editor-in-Chief)
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: Politicians of unparalleled achievements, military leaders of courage and wisdom, loyal and people-loving statesmen, and erudite and wise scholars. Forging the brilliance of science and technology, literary masters with magical brushwork, artistic giants with ingenious craftsmanship, and renowned figures of lasting fame.
Behind the Real Lives
This book carefully selects 100 of the most influential figures from China's 5,000-year splendid history, exploring their rise to fame, recreating their glorious lives, and complementing them with a wealth of exquisite and realistic images, allowing you to learn about the real stories of famous people through leisurely reading.
Learning from the Valuable Will and Character of Famous People
Poor child Han Xin endured the humiliation of being stepped on under the knee, eventually becoming a brilliant general who overthrew the Qin Dynasty and established the Han Dynasty. Xuanzang, unwavering and fearless, achieved his dream of seeking the true scriptures. Bao Zheng, upright and incorruptible, dared not fear the powerful and brought justice to the people. The "Great Khan" Genghis Khan led his army across Eurasia, fully displaying the heroism of a warrior. Li Shizhen, humble and eager to learn, engaged in practical research and wrote the classic work Compendium of Materia Medica in Eastern medicine.
Discovering the Secrets of Famous People’s Success
Where did Sun Tzu’s genius in military thought come from? Why did Shang Yang enable the State of Qin to become the most powerful nation at the time? What enabled Zhang Heng to create multiple precise instruments for astronomy and geography? Through what struggles did Sun Yat-sen overthrow China’s feudal system of 2,000 years? How did Lu Xun use his pen as a weapon to awaken the souls of the Chinese people?
[Content Summary]
This book introduces outstanding political leaders such as Qin Shi Huang, Emperor Wu of Han, and Emperor Taizong of Tang; excellent military leaders like Sun Tzu, Xiang Yu, Han Xin, Yue Fei, and Qi Jiguang; statesmen such as Shang Yang and Zhuge Liang; wise scholars such as Laozi, Confucius, Mozi, and Zhuangzi; renowned scientists like Cai Lun, Zhang Heng, and Zu Chongzhi; literary masters such as Qu Yuan, Sima Qian, and Li Bai; artistic giants like Wang Xizhi, Gu Kaizhi, and Qi Baishi; and pioneers in ethnic relations and Sino-foreign cultural exchanges such as Zhang Qian and Xuanzang. Through reading these stories of these famous people’s success, young friends can feel their grand strategies in political activities, their courage and wisdom in war, their profound thoughts in philosophy and ethics, and their rigorous and miraculous achievements in science and technology. Let us learn from the experiences of our predecessors through careful reading and embark on the path to success!
[Table of Contents]
Chapter 1: Political Leaders of Unparalleled Achievements and Lasting Influence
Qin Shi Huang: Unifying China
Emperor Wu of Han: The Emperor Who Built the Western Han Dynasty
Cao Cao: The Chieftain in Turbulent Times
Emperor Taizong of Tang: The Brilliant Ruler Who Created the Zhenguan Era
Genghis Khan: The Great Khan Who Frightened Asia and Europe
Zhu Yuanzhang: The Founder of the Ming Dynasty from Humble Origins
Nurhaci: The "Bright Khan" of Later Jin
Li Zicheng: The Greatest Peasant Leader in Chinese History
Kangxi: The Ruler Who Succeeded in Governance and Also Made Innovations
Hong Xiuquan: The Founder of the Taiping Movement
Sun Yat-sen: The Pioneer of China’s National and Democratic Revolution
Chapter 2: Military Leaders Who Lead from the Front with Courage and Wisdom
Sun Tzu: The Master of Generals for Generations
Sun Bin: The Military Strategist with High Wisdom Despite Physical Disability
Wu Qi: The General Who Loved His Soldiers as His Own Children
Xiang Yu: The Hero Whose Strength Could Move Mountains and Whose Spirit Surpassed All
Han Xin: The Military Genius of the Early Han Dynasty
Wei Qing: The Genius General Who Defeated the Xiongnu Seven Times
Yue Fei: The Heroic General Who Dedicated Himself to the Nation
Qi Jiguang: The Famous General Who Fought Against Japanese Invaders
Zheng Chenggong: The Great National Hero
Deng Shichang: The Soul of the 1894 War
Chapter 3: Statesmen Who Were Loyal to the Monarch and Loving of the People, with Deep Thought
Chapter 4: Wise Scholars Who Were Highly Educated and Role Models for Others
Chapter 5: Scientific Pioneers Who Explored Innovation and Forged the Brilliance of Science and Technology
Chapter 6: Literary Masters Who Wrote with Magical Brushes and Endless Talent
Chapter 7: Artistic Giants Who Showed Ingenious Craftsmanship and Divine Skill
Chapter 8: Renowned Figures Who Were Independent and Left a Lasting Legacy