Mencius said, 2 - When the people think, the emperor becomes anxious.

Author: Xiong Yi
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Publish Date: 2006-11-16
Features: It's quite interesting to trace the threads of history. You'll find that many things we take for granted are actually built on misunderstandings. Why not follow the clues to find the source? Reading history can be quite like being a detective. – And all I can do is help you print a set of "Introduction to Junior Investigations."
The saying "learn from history" is well-known to everyone. 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 and strut out in front of a funhouse mirror – All I can do is lend you a cloth.
To read history, first read the classics. Reading history leads to understanding the classics, which are inseparable from each other. – All I can do is lend you a bottle of glue. Classics are not always stern-faced, and reading does not necessarily require sitting upright. But deep yet simple is a high standard. I strive to make the book both profound and humorous, allowing readers to engage their minds while leisurely and entertainingly.
This is the work of Hou Baolin explaining "The Precious Hairpin," well, the idea is commendable, but whether the effect is up to par is not something I can say. – All I can do is help ensure that the historical materials are sound.
You might as well treat this book as a manual for intellectual games. As you read, ask yourself more "why," and then take a moment to reflect and see if some of the deeply rooted ideas in our minds are truly unquestionable?
Regarding classics and history, rulers throughout the ages have often had their own clever methods of editing and promoting them. They are very skilled at using truth to lie, and those who do not fall for it are always in the minority.
Remember this: Don't jump to conclusions when 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.