The Records of the Three Kingdoms: Book of Shu

The Three Kingdoms period was a heroic age in Chinese ancient history. Mao Zedong said that the history of this period “”is full of twists and turns, with talented people emerging one after another, making it a pleasure to read”” (Annotations on “”Principles of Ethics””). The history of the Three Kingdoms was popularized in Chinese traditional society very early on. Some say this is due to the influence of Luo Guanzhong’s “”Romance of the Three Kingdoms”” in the Ming Dynasty. In fact, reading Su Shi’s “”Dongpo Zhilin”” reveals that people were already widely narrating stories of Cao Cao and Liu Bei in a popular way as early as the Northern Song Dynasty. The fact that Zhuge Liang and Guan Yu became objects of popular worship further shows how deeply the events of the Three Kingdoms were ingrained in the hearts of the people. This cultural influence originated from “”Records of the Three Kingdoms,”” this historical work. “”Records of the Three Kingdoms”” depicts a colorful cultural landscape, draws vivid portraits of individuals, and tells engaging historical stories. Reading “”Records of the Three Kingdoms”” allows one to understand the evolution of history, appreciate the brilliance of historiography, and also helps in understanding Chinese wisdom and recognizing Chinese national conditions. The main text of “”Records of the Three Kingdoms”” is concisely written, skillfully edited, and fairly narrated; the annotations by Pei Songzhi are rich in content, citing classics and historical sources, preserving a large amount of precious historical materials. The Book of Shu is one of the three main sections of the Records of the Three Kingdoms, a chronicle-biographical history of the Three Kingdoms period (220-280 AD) of China. Written by Chen Shou, a Jin dynasty historian, the Book of Shu covers the history of the Shu Han kingdom, one of the three major powers that emerged during the Three Kingdoms period. The work consists of 15 volumes and records the events of the Shu Han kingdom from its founding in 221 AD to its fall in 263 AD. The Book of Shu is divided into 13 biographies, each of which focuses on a notable figure from the Shu Han kingdom. The biographies are arranged in chronological order, starting with the biography of Liu Bei, the founder of Shu Han, and ending with the biography of Liu Chen, the last emperor of Shu Han. In addition to the biographies, the Book of Shu also includes a number of other sections, such as a chronology of events, a gazetteer of Shu Han territory, and a treatise on the Shu Han government. The Book of Shu is an important source of information about the Shu Han kingdom. It provides valuable insights into the political, military, and social history of the kingdom. The work is also known for its literary style, which is characterized by its emotional resonance and human touch. Here are some of the key features of the Book of Shu: Focus on Shu Han: The Book of Shu is primarily focused on the history of the Shu Han kingdom and its rulers. Biographies: The work includes 13 biographies of notable figures from the Shu Han kingdom. Chronology: The Book of Shu includes a chronology of events that occurred during the Shu Han kingdom. Gazetteer: The work includes a gazetteer of Shu Han territory. Treatise on Government: The work includes a treatise on the Shu Han government. The Book of Shu is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in the history of the Three Kingdoms period or the Shu Han kingdom. It is a well-written and informative work that provides a wealth of information about this important period in Chinese history. —- ISBN: 9798327025769