The Downfall of Zhuge Liang from the Altar - A New Interpretation of the Three Kingdoms History

Author: Zhu Ziyan
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: Zhuge Liang's unwavering loyalty to the Han Dynasty and his noble integrity, as well as his selfless dedication, have been praised throughout the ages by scholars across dynasties. His personal charm and moral demeanor have been elevated to the height of Kunlun Mountain. However, from a historical perspective, Zhuge Liang was neither a deity nor a sage. This book attempts to reinterpret Zhuge Liang with a rational approach, boldly exploring such topics as his criteria for selecting a ruler, his elimination and suppression of rivals, the purpose of his northern campaigns, his relationship with Emperor Liu Shan (the second ruler of Shu Han), and his desire to receive the Nine Honors and usurp the Han Dynasty. Additionally, the author provides rigorous evaluations and fresh insights on famous figures from the Three Kingdoms era, such as Lü Bu, Wei Yan, and Sima Zhao, based on historical records. The study of the Nine Honors system, the relationship between the Han, Wei, and Jin dynasties during the period, and the dual monarchy theory are unique aspects of this book, which contribute to research on the Three Kingdoms period and the entire Northern and Southern Dynasties era from both institutional and ideological perspectives. "，“”，“”。