An Lushan Rebellion - Zizhi Tongjian (Volume 7) (Bai Yong's Plain Language Version)

Author: Sima Guang
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: Zizhi Tongjian encompasses a microcosm of Chinese culture, politics, economy, and character traits over 1,362 years, serving as a monumental work that allows readers to understand the dynamics of Chinese politics and power games. It is also a must-read history book for ancient emperors to learn from past events and govern wisely. Based on ten years of effort, Bo Yang translated it into modern language, personally drew historical maps, and infused his own historical perspectives, discussing the causes of historical successes and failures. The newly published Bo Yang's Colloquial Zizhi Tongjian is divided into 9 volumes, with 1-2 volumes released each month. Bo Yang's profound command of the Chinese language has made this translation both accessible and highly acclaimed. A major feature of this edition is that Bo Yang translated ancient, obscure professional terms, official titles, place names, astronomical terms, and other elements into modern language. The book not only retains the original historical commentary but also incorporates the research findings of later scholars. More importantly, the author often uses the phrase "Bo Yang says" in the style of Sima Qian's "Sima Qian says" to add his unique insights and opinions on significant events. He summarizes and evaluates these events with vivid and humorous language, which is also the most valuable and brilliant part of the book.