Mencius said: When the people think, the emperor becomes anxious.

Author: Xiong Yi
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: It's quite interesting to trace the threads of history. You'll find that many things we take for granted are actually based on misunderstandings. Why not follow the clues to find the source? Reading history can be quite like being a detective. – And what I can do is only to help you print a set of "Introduction to Junior Investigation."
Everyone knows the saying, "Learn from history." But the question is, is this mirror truly reliable? Has the dust been wiped clean? Is the surface flat? If we dress up in a suit and tie, strut confidently, and go out wearing a funhouse mirror – And what I can do is only to lend you a cloth.
To read history, first read the classics. Reading history leads to understanding the classics, and the classics and history are inseparable. – And what I can do is only to lend you a bottle of glue. Classics are not necessarily all stern-faced, and reading does not necessarily require sitting upright. But deep yet accessible is a high standard. I strive to be profound yet humorous, making this book a way for everyone to engage their minds while leisurely passing the time. This is the work of Hou Baolin explaining "The Collected Works of Guan Zhen Bian." Hmm, the idea is commendable, but whether the effect is up to me is another matter. – And what I can do is only to help Elder Hou ensure the accuracy of the historical materials.
You might as well treat this book as a manual for intellectual games. As you read, ask yourself more "whys," then quiet your mind and think about whether some of the deeply rooted ideas in our heads are truly unquestionable? Regarding classics and history, rulers throughout the ages have often had a set of clever editing and propaganda techniques. They are very good at lying with the truth, and those who do not fall for it are always a small minority.
Remember: Don't jump to conclusions easily while reading this book. The more information you have, the more you will appreciate the author's thoughtful effort. He is absolutely not just simplifying history and classics.
About "Xiong Yi Discusses History": I hope you can get used to this style of discussing names in the Book of Songs – although it may seem like "big talk," it is actually "straight talk." Although it may seem like a humorous game, it actually hides thought-provoking questions. Although it may seem like talking about the past, it is intricately connected to the present.
Discussing the classics and history goes beyond the classics and history themselves. It also discusses how we think, how to sharpen our eyes in deception and fog, and many other things. This series will gradually explain each classic, using light-hearted language to interpret obscure thoughts and complicated history. If your purpose in reading is just to find some light entertainment, this series will undoubtedly meet your needs. But if, after laughing, you also gain some reflection and your expression becomes more serious, then...