Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period - Song Dynasty - Illustrating the Eighteen Histories (10)

Author: Gao Yurong
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Publish Date: 2006-02-01
Features: The Comic History of the Eighteen Dynasties is a masterpiece by the renowned Korean cartoonist, Mr. Gao Yurong. Based on The Concise History of the Eighteen Dynasties, this series uses vivid brushwork and meticulous descriptions to unravel the threads of China's four-thousand-year history, offering an exhilarating interpretation of Chinese history. By depicting historical scenes through key figures, readers not only enjoy the reading experience but also gain a wealth of complex historical knowledge, discovering different ways to appreciate history. The Concise History of the Eighteen Dynasties was compiled by Zeng Xianzhi of the Yuan Dynasty, summarizing the official histories of each dynasty. From Sima Qian's Records of the Grand Historian to Tuo Te's History of the Song Dynasty, all eighteen official histories are included, covering the essence of China's history from ancient times to the end of the Song Dynasty. Written in a concise and accessible manner, it is an invaluable and widely popular historical book series.