Absurd Historical Scenes: An Authentic Record of Superstitions in the Beiyang Officialdom

Author: Liu Bingrong
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: Many warlords and political figures during the Beiyang period believed in superstitions. When facing major events in politics, military affairs, or life, or when making significant decisions, they often resorted to activities like Feng Shui divination, (BaZi) fortune-telling, and divination. This book recounts the absurd stories of these warlords and political figures. Although these stories are not part of official history, they are not purely fictional either; they are all based on factual evidence. By reading this book, readers can gain insight into the conflicts among various interest groups during the Beiyang period, as well as the other side of the spiritual world of warlords and politicians. At the same time, it serves as a warning to people today about the absurdity and emptiness of such activities.