Book of People--One of the series "Reading Chinese Books"

Author: Yi Zhongtian
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: The author of this book, in his research on Chinese and Western cultures, has systematically studied these life phenomena from the accumulation of thousands of years of Chinese culture. From concrete to abstract, and from abstract to concrete, he strives to uncover the core of culture and provides theoretical elaboration. The entire book tells the stories of ordinary people, with a relaxed and leisurely attitude, making it easy and enjoyable to read. Yet, it also profoundly hits the mark, often leaving readers with the thought, "There really is something to that." This book is part of the "Yi Zhongtian's Academic Works in the Series of Chinese Culture." We are always accustomed to attributing the rise and fall of dynasties, the success or failure of undertakings, historical changes, and the right or wrong of things to personal reasons, to the qualities—good or bad—of a dominant figure. At the same time, historical figures are often stereotyped according to a simple binary of good and evil. This book delves into historical facts and evaluates Xiang Yu, Cao Cao, Wu Zetian, Hai Rui, and Yongzheng from a cultural perspective, offering unique insights and fresh commentary. Its vivid writing style immerses us in a brand-new world of character introspection.