Many biographies of people in China's long history have been passed down to this day. The following are biographies of some famous Chinese historical figures for reference: 1 Sima Qian's Records of the Historian: It was the first general history of ancient China that recorded the history of China from the Xia Dynasty to the Western Han Dynasty. It contained a large number of stories about political, military, and cultural figures, and was hailed as a classic work of Chinese history. 2 Zhuge Liang's Romance of the Three Kingdoms: It was one of the four famous works of ancient China. It described the legendary life of Zhuge Liang, the prime minister of Shu Han during the Three Kingdoms period. His deeds in governing the country, military command, and personal charm became classics that were praised by later generations. 3. Confucius 'Analects of Confucius: It was one of the classic works of ancient China. It recorded the thoughts, words, and deeds of Confucius, the founder of the Confucian school in the Spring and Autumn Period. The values of propriety, music, benevolence, wisdom, and faith advocated by him are still widely passed down and applied today. Qin Shihuang's History of Qin: He was the first emperor in Chinese history to unify the whole country. His reform measures such as unifying the six countries, building the Great Wall, and implementing the central power had a profound impact on China's politics, economy, and culture. 5 Lu Xun's Madman's Diary: It is a classic work of modern Chinese literature, depicting Lu Xun's strong dissatisfaction and criticism of feudal culture and society during the May 4th Movement. His novels, essays, poems and other works became important in the history of Chinese literature. The above are just a small part of the biographies of many people in Chinese history. Each person has his own unique historical background, personal charm and contribution to China's history and culture.
The following are recommendations for books on Chinese and foreign history and biographies: 1 Records of the Historian (China) Sima Qian: Records of the Historian is one of the most famous historical records in ancient China. It is known as the "ancestor of historical records" and records the history of hundreds of years from the Xia Dynasty to the Han Dynasty. It contains a large number of biographies and descriptions of historical events. It is an important material for understanding ancient Chinese history and culture. 2 John's Gospels (USA) manuscript: John's Gospels are part of the Christian Bible that tells the life story and teachings of Jesus. It contains a large number of biographies and descriptions of historical events that are helpful in understanding Christian culture and beliefs. 3 "The Age of Great Voyage: A History of European Expansion"(China) Zheng He: "The Age of Great Voyage: A History of European Expansion" was a historical book that introduced Europe's overseas expansion from the 15th century to the 18th century. It contains a large number of biographies and descriptions of historical events that are helpful in understanding European colonial expansion and maritime trade. 4 "Biography of Napoleon"(France) ·Camus: "Biography of Napoleon" is a biography of Napoleon written by Camus of France. It uses Napoleon's own experience as the main line to describe his political career, military victories and failures, and his influence. This book is helpful in understanding French history and culture. 5 "Lao She's autobiography"(China) Lao She: "Lao She's autobiography" is a famous modern Chinese story about his life experience, literary creation and family life. This book is helpful for understanding modern Chinese literature and culture.
The Song History was a monumental work of ancient Chinese history, and the biographies were part of it. Biography usually records the life stories, contributions, and evaluations of a person or group. Many historical figures that we are familiar with today, such as Su Shi, Wang Anshi, Ouyang Xiu, etc., have been written in biographies. The translation of the classical Chinese "Song History, Biography No. 59" is as follows: Biography 59: Yang Wanli word uncle in the early years of the Southern Song Dynasty. When he was young, he liked reading and was good at writing poems. Shaoxing years for Lin 'an Zhizhou. His policy of leniency, laziness and lack of luxury won the hearts of the people. He once said to others,"Is there anything difficult or easy in the world? If you do it, it will be easy for you."
The following are biographies of famous generals from various dynasties in Chinese history: Qin Dynasty: Qin Mu Gong led 3,000 tiger and wolf soldiers to wipe out the six countries and unify the world. Later on, Duke Mu's grandson, King Zhuang Xiang of Qin, succeeded to the throne and used famous generals like Lianpo and Baiqi to unify the six states and establish the Qin Dynasty. Han Dynasty: During the period of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, generals Huo Qubing, Xin Qiji, and others led the army to fight against the Xiongnu to protect the safety of the Han Dynasty. In addition, there were many famous generals in the Han Dynasty such as Han Xin, Peng Yue, Guan Yu, etc. They left a deep mark in history. Tang Dynasty: During the Tang Dynasty, there were many famous generals such as Li Jing and Wang Xuance during the period of Emperor Taizong and Li Shimin, as well as Xue Wanche and Guo Daifeng during the period of Emperor Gaozong. The generals of the Tang Dynasty not only performed well on the battlefield, but also made important contributions in the fields of politics and culture. Song Dynasty: During the Song Dynasty, famous generals such as Yue Fei, Xin Qiji, Han Shizhong, etc. led the army to fight against foreign enemies to maintain the safety of the Song Dynasty. In addition, there were many outstanding strategists and generals such as Fan Zhongyan, Wang Anshi, Su Shi, etc. who made important contributions to the prosperity of the Song Dynasty. Yuan Dynasty: During the Yuan Dynasty, famous generals such as Hada and Zhang Rou led the army to fight against the rulers of the Mongolian grasslands. In addition, Yuan Dynasty writers and painters also had many outstanding achievements, such as painter Huang Gongwang, writer Wang Yinglin and so on. Ming Dynasty: During the Ming Dynasty, famous generals such as Xu Da, Chang Yuchun, and Lan Yu led the army to fight against foreign enemies to protect the safety of the Ming Dynasty. In addition, the Ming Dynasty had many outstanding strategists and generals, such as Chen Jiru and Wu Qi, who made important contributions to the prosperity and development of the Ming Dynasty. Qing Dynasty: During the Qing Dynasty, generals such as Nurhachi and Huang Taiji led the army to fight against the Ming Dynasty and finally conquered the Ming Dynasty. In addition, there were many outstanding generals in the Qing Dynasty, such as Peng Yongfeng during the Jiaqing period and Lin Zexu during the Daoguang period. They made important contributions to the prosperity and development of the Qing Dynasty.
" History of the Ming Dynasty: Biography of 177 Loyalty 1 " was a history book of the Ming Dynasty. There was a historical figure named Zhang Xianzhong. Below is the translation of the classical Chinese: Zhang Xianzhong word Ruxian Sichuan people. At first, he was killed by the little prince of Wala. His son Zhang Zongyan succeeded to the throne and called himself King of Han. The following year, he led his troops into Sichuan and captured Chengdu. The land of Shu was shaken. After Zhang Xianzhong's death, his son Zhang Zongyan inherited his throne and called himself King of Han. He led the army to attack Sichuan and captured Chengdu. As a result, a large-scale earthquake occurred in Sichuan.
The first historical biography in Chinese history was the Records of the Historian. It was compiled by Sima Qian of the Western Han Dynasty and was an important work that summarized the history before the Western Han Dynasty.
The 75th volume of the Song History Biography recorded the biographies of various figures in the Song Dynasty, including important figures, political events, cultural achievements, etc. The following is a passage from the 75th biography: Zhao Pu word is the day Song Dynasty acting scholar Luoyang people. In the early years of Longxing, he served as a judge of Kaifeng Prefecture. At that time, the world was famished, and the prisoners were able to feed themselves to make up for their hunger. He once said to people,"Although I can't get golden horses and leather shoes, I can get rice and millet enough to fill my stomach." Later, he was promoted to Nanjing Minister of Punishment and Nanjing Minister of Civil Affairs. He died in office at the age of 72. This passage of classical Chinese mainly introduced Zhao Pu's background and achievements. Zhao Pu was called an acting scholar because he had served as an official in the early Song Dynasty and had a deep research on Confucian classics. In addition, Zhao Pu's feeding of prisoners to relieve the poor was also recorded in history. In the end, Zhao Pu also held many high-ranking official positions and was recognized as the main character after his death.
Reading in classical Chinese: History of the Ming Dynasty, Volume 144: Biography of Chen Ning Chen Ning word Bo Ju, Fujian Yongchun people. At first, he was appointed as the chief of the Nanjing Board of Punishments and was famous for his good governance. The following year, he was promoted to Nanjing Ministry of Civil Affairs and transferred to Nanjing Ministry of Punishment. At the beginning of the year, he was the first to win the battle and was promoted to Nanjing Ministry of Civil Affairs. At the beginning of the world, the customs were still extravagant. Zhang Xiang, the minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs of Nanjing, said: "The local customs in Nanjing are extravagant and the materials are expensive. Each piece of material used often requires fifty taels of silver. Please limit it." The emperor said,"This matter can be stopped but not settled. If we have no choice, we should take great governance as the first priority. How can you do it?" Ning said,"The origin of customs is the reason why people are at ease. Now the place is still extravagant and the people are confused, so it must be restricted. But I wonder if it's possible to first accept it with a small amount of money and then gradually restrict it?" The Emperor said,"Good deeds may be done in small ways, but if you have no other choice, you should first do great governance." The next day he reported again,"The local customs in Nanking are extravagant and the materials are very expensive. Each piece of material used often costs fifty taels of silver. Please limit it." The emperor said,"You are right, but I don't know if it is possible to use a small amount of money to accept and accept people and then restrict them?" "You can keep a small amount of money, but if you have no choice, you should put great governance first. This matter can only last for a long time if we start slowly and gradually restrict it." "What you say is reasonable," said the Emperor."It will be carried out on the same day." The next day, there was a lot of silver for the materials. Every piece of material used often cost fifty taels of silver. Therefore, the customs in Nanjing gradually changed. The following year, he was promoted to Nanjing Board of Punishments and transferred to Nanjing. Li Ning is upright and not afraid of dignitaries. Every time he is sentenced to death, he will argue with reason and not succumb to power. He has been an official for more than ten years. He is famous for his honesty and integrity.
The classical Chinese translation of the Biography of Wu Liang in the History of Ming Dynasty is as follows: Wu Liang word Bo Ju Hunan Liuyang people. In the early years of the Ming Dynasty, he was appointed as the chief of the Nanjing Ministry of Punishment and moved to the Nanjing Ministry of Civil Affairs. He is upright, resolute and decisive, especially good at financial management. At the beginning, Li Chengdong, the commander of the Royal Guards, falsely accused him of treason and sentenced him to 40 sticks and exiled him to Hainan Island. Ryo persisted in the truth during his imprisonment. At the end of the fourth year of Zhengde, he was demoted to the common people because he mistakenly believed in villains and lost the hearts of the people in the world. He is intelligent and good at writing articles. He has a collection of Bo Ju, which is popular in the world.
Xia Yan was an official of the Ming Dynasty. He had served as the head of the Ministry of Rites, the head of the Nanjing Ministry of Justice, and the head of the Nanjing Ministry of Civil Affairs. He had deep attainments in politics, literature, philosophy, and other fields. He was known as one of the "Four Great Talents of the Early Ming Dynasty". "History of the Ming Dynasty, Biography of Xia Yan" records as follows: Xia Yan word Ruzhong Shandong Laiyang people. In the early years of Wanli, he was known as a good official in South Zhili. He was promoted to the head of the Ministry of Rites and the head of the Nanjing Ministry of Justice. Officials are clear and the people do not disturb the people. In the year of famine, he left because of worry. The following year, he returned to the post of Minister of Civil Affairs of Nanjing. He said,"The reason why the world is in chaos is actually from the inside out. People's hearts are no longer ancient, customs have fallen, food and clothing have not changed much, thieves are rampant, good people are unemployed, so chaos is born." His words won the hearts of the people and the people were at ease. He died in office for more than 40 years.
The original text of the classical Chinese "Ming History·Yan Song Biography" is as follows: I hope that in the end of the Ming Dynasty, there will be chaos, bandits and thieves everywhere, and the people will be in dire straits. YanSong because of this time in the court to comprehensive management of world affairs article Chen good governance strongly advocated reorganization. First, Song and Xu Jie jointly played: "The world's granaries in Jiangnan and Jiangxi, Fujian and other places of empty reserves should take measures to regulate." I then imperial edict YanSong to jiangxi, fukien patrol inspection of the actual situation and send troops to enrich the granary to stabilize the people. Yan Song to Fujian to see the local people's lives are difficult, he suggested increasing taxes to supplement military spending. I accept his suggestion and order Song and Huang Zhongzhao, a cabinet scholar, to formulate a tax plan to stabilize the people's livelihood. Song also actively implemented reforms to reduce the burden on farmers and improve agricultural production efficiency. He advocated planting mulberry and hemp to encourage farmers to reclaim land and develop agricultural economy. At the same time, Song also strengthened the suppression of thieves and strengthened the management of the army to restore social order. Song's outstanding performance in governing the country is deeply trusted and praised by me. I've ordered Song to take charge of the world's affairs many times. He can seriously perform his duties and make effective suggestions, making an important contribution to the prosperity and stability of the country.