Great Han Wind

Author: Yao Ying / Peng Cheng
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Publish Date: 2006-02-01
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"Those who dare to challenge the strong Han, though far away, shall be punished!" — Emperor Cheng of Han
"Since the nomads have not been defeated, how can we think of home?" — Huo Qubing
"I wish to be with you, may our love never fade!" — "Shangye" from the Han Dynasty Collection
Observing the patterns of the universe, connecting the past and the present. Establish laws by weighing matters, discard forms and implement appropriateness. — "Yao Lüe" from the Huainanzi
The journey has been long and arduous. Finishing writing the last character brings a sense of relief. First, in these past few months, there have been too many distractions and trivial matters, making writing only a part-time pursuit rather than a dedicated task. Second, the passing of my mentor, Mr. Qifu Qian, has left me heartbroken. His teachings over seven years are vivid in my memory, as if his voice and laughter were just yesterday. This made me unable to focus on writing. Fortunately, the first draft was already complete and did not require major revisions, but the text that should have been carefully polished can only be hastily completed today. Every time I think of this, I feel great guilt toward the readers, hoping that in a future edition, it can be refined anew.
Emperors, generals, philosophers, and love—perhaps these are the very essence of [Han Style]! Seeking a lost golden age in the ancient and majestic Han culture! This is a book for the passionate and valiant. They sing of their inability to fight on the battlefield like the ancients, laying down their hearts and souls for the nation, yet still carry an undying ambition. This is a book for the romantic and tender-hearted. Though full of tenderness and romance, they have yet to find a remarkable man to compose a timeless love song with.
This is a book that echoes with a century of swords and horse neighs;
This is a book that brims with the of emperors and the of generals;
This is a book that leaps with the short songs of Chu Ci and the small tunes of the Han Dynasty Collection;
This is a book that swirls with a millennium of sorrow and poignant love;
This is a book entangled with palace conspiracies and diplomatic strategies!
Open this book and embark on an exhilarating journey through humanities, history, and geography. I believe you will find something valuable!