Three Kingdoms Stories - Lin Han Da Popular History Classics (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: Lin Handa
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: This book is the third in the "Lin Handa Popular History Classics" series. It follows the "Stories of the Han Dynasty" and covers the period from the Yellow Turban Rebellion led by Zhang Jiao to the division of the Three Kingdoms and the eventual reunification under the Jin Dynasty. Based on historical records such as the Records of the Three Kingdoms, the book presents one hundred and twenty stories in chronological order. Each story is both self-contained and interconnected, providing a comprehensive outline of the historical period. The material is accurate and well-chosen, making it an ideal introductory read on the history of the Three Kingdoms. The author is also a renowned linguist and master of prose, with his writing clear, concise, and highly expressive. Reading this book is not only a way to learn about language but also a great opportunity to appreciate the beauty of vernacular Chinese literature.