There was once a scholar named Wang Qi who yearned to gain some Taoist skills. He set out …
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Ma Yuan was one of the most renowned generals who helped Emperor Guangwu of the Eastern Han Dynasty …
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A Life of Honor: The Righteous Deeds of Qing Dynasty Hero Jiang Jian
by Mikel DavisJiang Jian, a man of unwavering righteousness and integrity, left his mark in the official historical records of …
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In the bustling city of Bianjing, near Fanlou, there was a small teahouse known for its cleanliness and …
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How King Wuling of Zhao Transformed War and the Balance of Power in Ancient China
by Mikel DavisDuring the Warring States period in ancient China, King Wuling of Zhao (Zhao Yong) emerged as a visionary …
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After Liu Xuan established his capital in Luoyang, he needed a capable and trustworthy official to stabilize the …
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A Tale of Karma: How Kindness and Arrogance Shaped Two Scholars’ Fates
by Mikel DavisDuring the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty, in Qixian County, Huizhou, there lived an elderly scholar named …
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Our choices and actions set events into motion in our lives, returning to us in ways we might …
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How the Resourceful Ancient Chinese Magistrate Li Ruogu Solved Long-Standing Community Problems
by Mikel DavisLi Ruogu was a man of the Song Dynasty born into a prestigious scholarly family with a lineage …
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How Liu Yong, a Brilliant Chancellor, Exposed Corruption in Ancient China
by Mikel DavisLiu Yong (1719-1804), born into a family of virtuous officials, was a renowned figure in the Qing Dynasty. …