Bo Yang - Chronology of Chinese History

Author: Bei Yang
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: Bei Yang's decade-long masterpiece, the first publication in mainland China, vividly chronicling the major events of five thousand years of history. Bei Yang's Chronological Table of Chinese History records events year by year, with clear threads and distinct incidents, showcasing the style of Sima Qian's Records of the Grand Historian, critically evaluating figures subtly. It provides a comprehensive understanding of historical context and explores the causes and consequences of China's past. The greatest difference between humans and other animals is that humans invented writing, enabling them to record their lives as history. Future generations can rely on these records to trace their origins and find a basis for survival. With historical documentation, our brief lives are no longer a chaotic one-act play without a background or script, nor without cause or effect. – Bei Yang
This book presents a table format, recording events year by year, from the beginning of time to the establishment of the Republic of China. Over thousands of years, important events and figures are comprehensively included. Despite being a table, it is far from dull and conveys meaning concisely. Whether narrating events or critically evaluating figures, the author remains subtle, yet readers can clearly sense his distinct love, hatred, praise, and condemnation through the words. This book can serve as both a leisure read, suitable for casual browsing after meals or before bed, and as a quick reference guide to Chinese history, allowing readers to easily grasp the span of five thousand years at a glance.