Power Unspoken Rules (Power Struggles in Chinese History)

Author: Wang Wen yuan
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: The Records of the Grand Historian is a literary treasure trove. It features narrative prose akin to fiction, as well as lyrical essays; both lengthy, cohesive passages and concise, robust short chapters; and both alluring, enigmatic metaphors and bold, passionate declarations. The writing is elegant and sublime. The Records of the Grand Historian is a segment of Chinese history. This history spans from the Yellow Emperor and Yan Di to Emperor Wu of Han, marking the foundational period of Chinese culture. Sima Qian selected over a hundred perspectives to outline its essence, crafting a systematic, well-organized, and vividly expressive narrative with a powerful momentum. This book offers an interpretation of The Records of the Grand Historian and reflections on that era. The author draws upon the historical records provided by Sima Qian (limited to the sections of "Annals," "Hereditary Houses," and "Biographies"), expressing personal insights into that period. For instance, it explores the formation of the Chinese national character during historical evolution and reveals the traces of early Chinese history.