Born in 1895 in Haicheng, Liaoning Province, Yan Baohang’s life seemed destined for prominence. He studied at the …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
The Formative Years of Yue Fei: A Legacy of Loyalty and Valor
by Max Luby Max LuIn A.D. 1103, during the late Northern Song Dynasty, one of China’s most renowned generals, Yue Fei, was …
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Philosophy is often referred to as the “study of studies” in the Western world — a guiding compass …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
A Life of Honor: The Righteous Deeds of Qing Dynasty Hero Jiang Jian
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisJiang Jian, a man of unwavering righteousness and integrity, left his mark in the official historical records of …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Liu Xiu’s Path to Power: Winning Hearts to Unify China
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisAfter Liu Xuan established his capital in Luoyang, he needed a capable and trustworthy official to stabilize the …
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Insights & StoriesFeatured
How Chiang Kai-Shek Handled His Wife’s Admirer With Wisdom and Grace
by Emma Luby Emma LuThroughout history, tales of powerful leaders and their encounters with admirers of their loved ones have been a …
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WisdomFeatured
Jiang Ziya’s Keys to Success: Lessons in Patience, Passion, and Prudence
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn Chinese history, Jiang Ziya is a prime example of late-blooming success. While the legendary depictions in The …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The Resilience and Artistry of Tang Bohu: A Ming Dynasty Master
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisTang Bohu (1470-1523) was one of the Ming Dynasty’s most celebrated painters and literary figures. Known as one …
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A General’s Choice: Fighting for China, Rejecting Communist Rule
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisLi Hanhun (1894-1987), known as one of the eight renowned anti-Japanese generals of Guangdong’s Yue Army, led a …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Wei Ba: A Han Dynasty Leader Who Won Hearts Through Empathy
by Emma Luby Emma LuWei Ba was born in Juyang, a small town in the district of Jiyin, during the flourishing years …