Story of China: Concise Edition of a Comprehensive History of China

Author: Li Zhaoxiang
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: 130 classic stories, 400 exquisite illustrations, vividly showcasing the brilliant history and civilization of China over 5,000 years. Chinese history has always shone with unparalleled radiance. This book attempts to weave over a hundred classic stories together with the golden thread of time, hoping to become for you:
A lake—where the wild geese cross the cold pond, a fleeting glimpse, the shadows of time often leave one in awe;
A window—through which you can gaze at the long river of Chinese history and savor its ancient charm;
A mirror—where "history serves as a mirror to understand rise and fall," reflecting the past, you will surely find your own shadow in the stories;
A path—where "every step a person takes writes their own history," gathering the fruits of the past and looking toward the light of the future.
This is a concise history, covering everything from ancient times to the modern era, introducing important historical events and figures along the way. In these histories, not only can we leisurely enjoy the fascinating stories, but we can also expand our historical knowledge and broaden our perspective on history.