Illustrated World - Sui, Tang, Five Dynasties

Author: Gong Shufeng
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: The strong Sui Dynasty, which lasted for two generations, fell into history; the ancient Grand Canal, once prosperous, now evokes sighs of regret. The Tang Dynasty rose from the fertile Guanlong region, where eight rivers surrounded Chang'an, symbolizing the open-mindedness of the Tang rulers. The vibrant tri-color pottery carried the diverse pursuits of the Tang people. Cultural prosperity flourished, with thousands of poets composing exquisite regulated verse. The Tang treated their brothers-in-law with friendship, establishing the Bohai Kingdom, enfeoffing the Nanzhou, and forging alliances with the Tubo. Numerous ethnic groups united as "one family," embodying the grand atmosphere of the Tang Dynasty. Yet, such prosperity was short-lived. After the splendor faded, chaos engulfed the world, with five dynasties rising and falling and ten kingdoms emerging. Amidst the flames of war, the people longed for peace. This book, richly illustrated and diverse in style, vividly recreates China's long history and splendid civilization through over a thousand carefully selected historical stories. The book's historical narrative is clear, details are specific, the text is concise and lively, and the illustrations are abundant and explanatory, making it a refined and engaging historical read. The content covers politics, economy, military affairs, foreign relations, art, thought, science and technology, and social life, comprehensively reflecting the rise and fall of the Qing Dynasty.