Flying Arrow Slew Father -- (Part 1) The Grassland Trilogy of the Empire

Author: Li Xingye
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: The trilogy "Empire's Grassland" blends history, culture, and aesthetics into one, offering a unique perspective, vivid plots, concise yet beautiful language, and clear narration. It successfully recreates the rise of a grassland dynasty and portrays a resilient and daring ruler, Mu Dan. The main characters in the novel are lifelike and leap off the page. This is a new achievement in historical fiction following works like "Li Zicheng" and "Zhang Juzheng." — Vice President of the China Writers' Association, Chen Jiangong
Li Xingye's trilogy "Empire's Grassland" once again brought me the joy of reading. After finishing it, I was thrilled and couldn't put it down. Overall, it is a magnificent and thought-provoking epic that shines in both art and depth, a rare gem in recent years of historical fiction. — Famous editor and former Secretary of the Secretariat of the China Federation of Literary and Art Circles, Jiang Xiaotian
This is a highly original historical novel. The author's focus on a lesser-known ethnic leader in history is astonishing and highlights a profound historical insight and vision. It is based on historical records, not a; it draws from facts while also incorporating imagination and creativity. The work is grand in scale and deeply moving in its artistic impact. — Famous novelist and winner of the Mao Dun Literature Prize, Li Guowen
Indeed, this is a dramatic and legendary ancient story that would make for an engaging TV adaptation. However, the value of this work lies elsewhere. The author examines ancient times through a modern lens and reflects on history with modern perspectives, transcending it. Following the limited clues and paths provided by history, he delves into the souls of historical figures. I told a friend, "If you really want to adapt this for TV, then you must prepare thoroughly in terms of material and historical knowledge. Don't rush it and turn this great novel into a superficial story." — Former Secretary of the Secretariat of the China Television Artists' Association and renowned literary critic, Du Gao
"Flight Arrow Assassins Father" primarily tells the story of the vast grasslands, where the Xiongnu Grand Khan, Touman, repeatedly invaded the Central Plains after establishing a stable regime. Qin Shi Huang sent the general Meng Tian to lead an army to defeat the Xiongnu cavalry and reclaim lost territory in Henan. In the 3rd century BC, due to the extravagance and debauchery of Xiongnu Khan Touman, the Xiongnu state began to show signs of decline. At this time, Touman's son, the prince Mu Dan, secretly trained a elite army called the "Eagle Squad." During a hunting trip, he suddenly launched a coup, skillfully and cruelly using a flying arrow to assassinate his father and unexpectedly seized the Xiongnu throne.