Originally Qianlong

Author: Guo Yanhong
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: Historian Lucien Febvre once said, "Our task is to create history, because in a turbulent world, only history can help us face life without fear." This is even more true in today's fast-paced era, where more and more people hope to understand our past to better focus on our future. The purpose of the "Great History Lecture" series is precisely this—to present the past to readers in a simple way, incorporating history into rational thinking and humanistic reflection. Thus, history is no longer just about the past; it will also help us pay attention to the future. As the longest-reigning emperor in Chinese history, the renowned Emperor Qianlong seemed destined for an extraordinary life. The mysteries of his origins, the disputes over his mother, and the romantic escapades behind his reign—what kind of deep love lay beneath? Was the "perfect emperor's" literary and military achievements great accomplishments or absurdities? The mysteries intertwined with official history are like layers of clouds, heavily shrouding the truth. So, what is the true historical reality? How can we pass judgment after two hundred years of dust? With a calm and objective pen, the author of this book portrays a real yet multifaceted Qianlong. It is neither sensational nor avoids legends, making it feel like exploring hidden secrets, where the more you delve, the more fascinating it becomes.