Famous Emperors in Chinese History(Imperial Cultures of China)(English edition)
Author:Shangguan Ping
Publication date:2010-08-01
ISBN:9787508518107
Language:English
Abstract:
China’s feudal society had a history of more than 2,000 years, and there are many Emperors who have influenced Chinese history and made contributions to Chinese civilization. This book chooses sixteen famous and important Emperors of Ancient China in different dynasties and narrates their legendary...
Introduction
China’s feudal society had a history of more than 2,000 years, and there are many Emperors who have influenced Chinese history and made contributions to Chinese civilization. This book chooses sixteen famous and important Emperors of Ancient China in different dynasties and narrates their legendary stories. This book features plain words, real and interesting stories along with numerous historical pictures, and by reading this book, readers will find themselves navigate the time shuttle and walk up to these Emperors. This book, as a key to Chinese history knowledge, will help foreign readers have a better understanding of the monarchic system in China’s feudal society and increase their interests in Chinese culture.
Book catalogue
Cover
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Titlepage
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目录
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插页
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PREFACE
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Ying Zheng: First Emperor of the Qin Dynasty Accomplishing National Unification
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Liu Bang of a Humble Origin: Founding Emperor of the Western Han Dynasty
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The Restoration of Emperor Guangwu of the Eastern Han Dynasty
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Cao Pi: A Monarch of the Wei Kingdom Known for His Literary Talent
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Sima Yan: Emperor of the Western Jin Dynasty Unifying the Country Again
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Xiao Yan: Emperor of the Southern Liang Dynasty Professing Buddhism
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Yuan Hong: Emperor of the Northern Wei Dynasty Carrying Out Radical Reforms
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Yang Guang: Emperor of the Sui Dynasty Craving for Grandeur and Success
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Li Shimin: Emperor of the Tang Dynasty Opening an Epoch of Peace and Prosperity
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Wu Zetian: Only Empress Regnant in Chinese History
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Yelü Abaoji: Founder of a Khitan Empire in North China
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Zhao Kuangyin of the Song Dynasty Running the Country with Civil Administration
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Wanyan Aguda: Founder of a Jurchen Empire in North China
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Temujin: Founder of the Mongol Empire
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Zhu Yuanzhang of the Ming Dynasty: From a Buffalo Boy to the Emperor
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Aisin Gioro Xuanye of the Qing Dynasty Known for His Military and Cultural Achievements
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Appendix: A Brief Chronology of Chinese History
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Copyright
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Backcover
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