The Mystery of the Emperor's Lineage - (Famous Scholars' Lectures)

Author: Li Shuxi
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Since ancient times, the affairs of emperors have been shrouded in a mysterious aura. Historians of different eras were particularly secretive about the backgrounds of emperors, with most records found in unofficial histories, yet the accounts varied. This only added to the mystery and legend surrounding their origins. Emperors were a special group in ancient Chinese society, and due to the constraints of historical circumstances and human factors, the imperial throne always radiated a dazzling halo. Under this halo, the origins of emperors became obscured and enigmatic. Especially with the historical judgment criterion of "speaking for the respected and concealing the faults of the respected," the records of imperial origins in official histories and the true identities of emperors in folk legends were often ambiguous, making it difficult to distinguish truth from fiction. The merits and demerits of history have long been judged, or perhaps there will never be a uniform standard. The purpose of this book is not to engage in such debates, but rather to provide a comprehensive and rich collection of historical materials, opening a unique channel for readers to explore and find what they seek through this path.