Emperor Tang Taizong, renowned for establishing one of the most formidable empires in history, owes much of his …
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The Art of Playing the Fool to Outsmart the Tiger: Chinese Strategic Wisdom in History
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisChinese history is filled with tales of kings and ministers who played the fool to disguise their intelligence. …
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The Wise Judgment of Zhao He: An Ancient Chinese Tale of Justice
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn ancient China’s governance system, local officials could only exercise authority within their territories. Once they crossed the …
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Story From Ancient China: Wang Wei Identifies the Melon Thief
by Max Luby Max LuWang Wei (701-761) was a renowned poet of the Tang Dynasty. Beyond his poetic prowess, he was an …
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Emperor Taizong’s Pardon: How Trust and Compassion Defined the Golden Age of the Tang Dynasty
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisEmperor Taizong of Tang, also known as Li Shimin (A.D. 599-649), was the second emperor of the Tang …
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According to Tang Que Shi, during the reign of Emperor De Zong of the Tang Dynasty, there was …
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During the Tang Dynasty, Wei Xian was appointed the Governor and Inspector of Runzhou and the Chief Censor …
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The art of coconut shell carving is a traditional art form that involves the creation of intricate designs …
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Learning From History: How the Ancient Chinese Responded to Plagues and Disasters
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThe recent pandemic is, without a doubt, one of the greatest catastrophes we have experienced in our lifetimes. …
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Zhang Jun: The Man Chosen by Destiny to Quell a Rebellion
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisTime is ever-changing, as are the states of affairs in the world. Battles and rebellions seemingly become inevitable …