The Grand Scribe's Records, Volume I

Name: The Grand Scribe's Records, Volume I
ISBN: 9780253038555

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2018478 pagesIndiana University Press

This volume presents a crucial translation of Sima Qian's monumental historical work, offering an unparalleled look into early Chinese history. It covers the period from the mythical Yellow Emperor through the Qin Dynasty, detailing the lives of emperors, generals, and common people. Readers will find a rich chronicle of ancient China's political landscape, cultural developments, and societal structures.

Avg. reading time: 9h 3m
Prose complexity: 10/10

Informative Intellectual Complex

Sima Qian

Sima Qian was a historian who wrote the Records of the Grand Historian (Shi ji). This massive work is a foundational text for Chinese history, covering centuries of events and biographies. He's considered the father of Chinese historiography.

Weiguo Cao

Weiguo Cao is the author of The Grand Scribe's Records, Volume I, a significant work of historical writing. His books offer detailed accounts from the past.

Zhi Chen

Zhi Chen is a historian, best known for The Grand Scribe's Records, Volume I. This work provides readers with detailed insights into historical events and figures.

Scott Cook

Scott Cook is the author of The Grand Scribe's Records, Volume I. This book provides readers with a valuable historical account.

Hongyu Huang

Hongyu Huang writes across a remarkable range of subjects, from ancient history to modern technology. Their works include The Grand Scribe's Records, Volume I, a significant contribution to classical Chinese literature, alongside technical books like Wireless Sensor Networks and Enabling Smart Urban Services with GPS Trajectory Data.