Great upheaval in the Tang Dynasty. The decline of a Chinese-style dynasty

Author: Xu Lei
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: A sudden and thrilling upheaval plunges the prosperous Tang Dynasty into the abyss of decline. This book presents the An Lushan Rebellion, an event that dramatically transformed an entire dynasty—The Great Tang Turmoil. The drums of Youyang shook the earth, and the smoky dust rose from the nine-storey city gates. In 755 (the 14th year of Tianbao), the An Lushan Rebellion broke out, marking the beginning of the Tang Dynasty's decline from its glorious golden age. The tragic curtain rises as emperors, powerful ministers, heroes, rebel generals, and eunuchs all take the stage. Among all dynasties, the decline of the Tang is particularly sorrowful. Compared to other dynasties, the Tang was exceptionally unique—it rose almost suddenly and then fell just as abruptly. When it flourished, ten thousand nations came to pay homage; when it declined, it plummeted into ruin. This war became a turning point in ancient Chinese society, directly impacting China's development and progress. This book presents the An Lushan Rebellion, an event that dramatically transformed an entire dynasty—The Great Tang Turmoil. The drums of Youyang shook the earth, and the smoky dust rose from the nine-storey city gates. In 755 (the 14th year of Tianbao), the An Lushan Rebellion broke out, marking the beginning of the Tang Dynasty's decline from its glorious golden age. The tragic curtain rises as emperors, powerful ministers, heroes, rebel generals, and eunuchs all take the stage. Among all dynasties, the decline of the Tang is particularly sorrowful. Compared to other dynasties, the Tang was exceptionally unique—it rose almost suddenly and then fell just as abruptly. When it flourished, ten thousand nations came to pay homage; when it declined, it plummeted into ruin.