Liao, Western Xia, Jin - A Picture of the World

Author: Gong Shuduo
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: Breaking through the Great Wall, crossing perilous passes, and the northern frontier tribes vying to drink from the Yellow River. The Central Plains campaign ignites, with clashing swords and horses, as the Zhao-Song Dynasty fades. The Liao Dynasty under Yelü Dashi, invincible, establishes a realm through seasonal encampments; the Western Xia under Li Jia, maneuvering flexibly, leaves behind enduring memories in their royal tombs. The Jurchen in the northeast rise swiftly in the mountains and marshlands, destroying the Liao and driving out the Song, achieving a century-long hegemony worthy of admiration. With the same bravery and fierceness, yet different exotic flavors, the names of the Liao, Western Xia, and Jin shine in the annals of history. This book, rich in illustrations and diverse in style, vividly recreates China's extraordinary history and splendid civilization through over a thousand carefully selected historical stories. The book presents a clear historical narrative, detailed factual details, concise and lively language, and abundant illustrations, making it a refined and engaging historical knowledge read.