A Compendium of Chinese History (Illustrated Edition)

Author: Zhang Y
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: Mr. Zhang Y, the author, was a highly talented and thoughtful scholar during the Republican era. He was highly regarded and expected by his mentors such as Liang Qichao, Chen Yinque, Qian Mu, and many other great masters. Unfortunately, he passed away at a young age, living for only 37 years. This book is the only work left behind by him in his short life, yet it fully demonstrates his profound and perceptive insights, extensive knowledge, and deep intellectual depth. His thoughts are both clear and enduring. The writing of this book was intended as a supplementary reader for history textbooks at the time (part of A Compendium of Chinese History). Therefore, in form, it is more lively and engaging, easy to read and understand, without any stiffness or dullness, yet it is rich in intellectual content and theoretical depth. Moreover, the author held a deep sense of emotion and respect for the history of the Chinese nation, so the book contains no superficiality, emptiness, or exaggeration. Many of the viewpoints and ideas in the book still hold great value and relevance today. The preface written by Professor Wang Jiavan, a historian, for this book is vivid, insightful, and profound, truly a perfect match.