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Zhuge Liang

Rating 3.2
Word count
116K words
Chapters
38
ISBN
9787509405109

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Summary

This book covers: his birth in a time of chaos, his precocious intelligence and love of learning, the influence of fine traditions, the loss of both parents, his struggle against hardship, his travels and search for teachers, his wanderings with his uncle, his schooling in Xiangyang, his treasuring of time and diligent study, his reading and farming life in seclusion at Longzhong, and his happy marriage to the homely A Chou.

Editor's review

Published by Lantian Press and written by Qiankun Yu, Zhuge Liang centers on the historical figure Zhuge Liang, exploring in depth his life, wisdom, and political and military achievements. Through detailed historical sources and vivid narration, the author not only restores Zhuge Liang's historical image as chancellor of Shu Han during the Three Kingdoms period but also analyzes his statecraft ideas, military strategies, and personal charisma. The book offers a modern reading of Zhuge Liang's spirit of "bending himself to the task until his heart ceased to beat" and emphasizes its lessons for leadership, strategic planning, and loyal dedication. In the editor's view, the book's value lies in placing a historical figure in a contemporary context and helping readers draw wisdom from Zhuge Liang's experience for personal growth, workplace management, and leadership development. Although some content is based on historical romance, the overall analysis is rigorous and suits readers interested in history, philosophy, or self-improvement.

Who it's for

A good fit for

  • Readers with a strong interest in Three Kingdoms history or Zhuge Liang's life
  • Managers or professionals seeking insights into leadership and strategic thinking
  • Philosophy enthusiasts who enjoy drawing life wisdom from historical figures
  • Educators or students who wish to understand traditional Chinese culture and wisdom

Not a good fit for

  • Professionals expecting purely academic historical research
  • Casual readers who prefer light entertainment or fiction

Reading tips

  1. It is advisable to read alongside official histories such as Records of the Three Kingdoms for a fuller understanding of the historical background
  2. Focus on the book's analysis of Zhuge Liang's statecraft and military strategies and consider their modern applications
  3. Distinguish historical fact from literary dramatization while reading and maintain critical thinking

About the publisher

Blue Sky Publishing House China · Founded in 1989

Blue Sky Publishing House is a publisher known for its travel geography and historical and cultural reading materials. Public information about it is limited, but the books in our catalog show that its publishing focuses mainly on travel, world history, foreign literature, and history reading. Representative titles include Beautiful Tibet, Beautiful Yunnan, Beautiful Jiangsu, Beautiful Hong Kong, and Beautiful Taiwan from the "Beautiful" series, as well as Illustrated World: Lost Civilizations and Greek Myths: Youth Edition, covering geographical features, the history of civilizations, and classic reading for young people. In terms of authors, the Geographical Society of China, the editorial board of the Illustrated World: National Geography Series, and authors such as Zhang Miaodi, Dong Hengnian, Wang Yue, and Gustav Schwab support its popular geography and humanities content. Overall, the publisher emphasizes accessible, illustrated presentation and brings geographical and historical-cultural knowledge to general readers.

Contents

  1. 版权信息
  2. 前言
  3. 人物简介
  4. 少年才子
  5. 在乱世当中诞生
  6. 自幼就聪明好学
  7. 受优良传统熏陶
  8. 失去了父母双亲
  9. 与艰苦生活斗争
  10. 游学拜师
  11. 随叔父四处漂泊
  12. 襄阳栖身上学堂
  13. 珍惜时光勤读书
  14. 读书陇耕隐隆中
  15. 情投意合娶阿丑
  16. 初出茅庐
  17. 识明主徐庶相荐
  18. 三顾茅庐始出山
  19. 用火攻初显身手
  20. 舌战群儒扬威名
  21. 智激周瑜得联盟
  22. 立军状草船借箭
  23. 借东风火烧赤壁
  24. 奠定蜀国
  25. 三气周瑜得荆州
  26. 取益州安邦定国
  27. 八阵图智退陆逊
  28. 七擒七纵定南中
  29. 鞠躬尽瘁
  30. 空城计退司马懿
  31. 再上表北伐讨魏
  32. 木牛流马运粮草
  33. 五丈原死而后已
  34. 附录
  35. 经典故事
  36. 年谱
  37. 名言
  38. 本书主要参考资料

FAQ

Is this book based on official history or fictional romance?
The book is based mainly on historical sources but incorporates the author's analysis and interpretation, with some content drawing on literary elements such as Romance of the Three Kingdoms; it aims to balance readability and historical authenticity.
Is it suitable for young readers?
It is suitable for teenagers with some historical knowledge and can serve as an introduction to Zhuge Liang and traditional Chinese culture, though adult guidance is recommended for understanding the complex historical background.
Does the book cover details of Zhuge Liang's personal life?
The book focuses mainly on his political and military achievements and touches little on personal life details, concentrating on his public image and intellectual contributions.

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About the author

乾坤鱼 Author

Qiankun Yu is a Chinese author known for writing on historical subjects and biography. Public information about the author is limited: details such as nationality, dates of birth and death, and educational background are not clearly documented. Two of the author's works are currently held in the collection, namely Hundred-Mile Gallery: The Li River and Zhuge Liang. The former centers on the landscapes and cultural character of the Li River, while the latter focuses on the life and achievements of Zhuge Liang, the renowned statesman and strategist of the Three Kingdoms period. These two works suggest that Qiankun Yu writes in two directions: cultural and geographical essays and biographies of historical figures, with subject matter drawn from representative figures and landscapes in Chinese history and culture. The narrative emphasizes the ordering of historical facts and the setting of context, in plain language, aimed at introducing history and culture to general readers. The works are categorized as history readings and general biography, and may serve readers interested in Chinese historical geography and Three Kingdoms figures.