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Lü Simian (1884–1957) was a renowned Chinese historian and educator from Changzhou, Jiangsu. He served as a professor at Fudan University and Guanghua University.
Known for: General History of China (Chinese Edition)
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General History of China (Chinese Edition)
General History of China (Chinese Edition) is a comprehensive historical work by the Chinese historian Lü Simian. First published in 1939, it systematically narrates the development of Chinese politics, economy, culture, and society from ancient times to the modern era. The book is known for its concise language, rich historical sources, and balance between academic rigor and accessibility, making it one of the representative works of modern Chinese historiography.
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The Glory of the Jia Clan
The story begins with the grand spectacle of the Jia family's two great houses—Rongguo and Ningguo Mansions—symbols of inherited power and imperial favor. Crimson gates and gilded tiles shimmer under the sun; gardens are lush, and banquets never cease. Yet from this very beginning, the seeds of deca...
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The Child Born with a Jade
Baoyu’s birth is wrapped in mystery. The jade he bears is inscribed with spiritual words linking the mortal realm with the celestial. Yet though blessed with divine intuition, his nature stands in defiance of the very rules his family reveres. Sensitive, rebellious, and drawn to the company of women...
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About Lü Simian
Lü Simian (1884–1957) was a renowned Chinese historian and educator from Changzhou, Jiangsu. He served as a professor at Fudan University and Guanghua University. His major works include General History of China, History of the Pre-Qin Period, and History of the Qin and Han Dynasties. Lü made signif...
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Lü Simian (1884–1957) was a renowned Chinese historian and educator from Changzhou, Jiangsu. He served as a professor at Fudan University and Guanghua University. His major works include General History of China, History of the Pre-Qin Period, and History of the Qin and Han Dynasties. Lü made signif...
Lü Simian (1884–1957) was a renowned Chinese historian and educator from Changzhou, Jiangsu. He served as a professor at Fudan University and Guanghua University. His major works include General History of China, History of the Pre-Qin Period, and History of the Qin and Han Dynasties. Lü made significant contributions to the systematization and popularization of Chinese historiography.
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Lü Simian (1884–1957) was a renowned Chinese historian and educator from Changzhou, Jiangsu. He served as a professor at Fudan University and Guanghua University.
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