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Selected Works of Mao Zedong (commonly abbreviated as Mao Zedong Xuanji, Selected Works of Mao or simply Selected Works) is the definitive collection of the most important writings, speeches, and directives by Mao Zedong (1893–1976), the founding leader of the People’s Republic of China and the primary theorist behind Mao Zedong Thought. As a…
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Brief: This article tells the turbulent rise and fall of the Later Jin and the expansion of the Liao. It covers Shi Jingtang’s betrayal by becoming Liao’s “Son-Emperor” and ceding the Sixteen Prefectures. It also records Emperor Yelu Deguang’s invasion of the Central Plains, his rapid retreat due to popular resistance, and his bizarre…
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Brief: This article narrates the Huang Chao Rebellion, which shook the late Tang Dynasty. Starting from the decline of Tang after Emperor Xuanzong, it tells how salt smugglers Wang Xianzhi and Huang Chao rose up against heavy taxes and tyranny. Huang Chao captured Chang’an, founded the Great Qi, but later lost support and was…
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Brief: This article recounts the Sweet Dew Incident, a failed coup by Emperor Wenzong of Tang against powerful eunuchs. After a previous plot collapsed, the emperor plotted with Li Xun and Zheng Zhu, using a fake “sweet dew” omen to trap eunuchs. Eunuch leader Qiu Shiliang saw through the ruse, seized the emperor, and…
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Brief: This article focuses on Han Yu and Liu Zongyuan, leaders of the Tang Dynasty’s Ancient Prose Movement. It covers their literary reform against flowery parallel prose, their close friendship, and their moral integrity. It also tells Han Yu’s bold protest against Buddhism that led to exile, Liu Zongyuan’s achievements in exile, and how…
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Brief: This article tells the legendary Snowy Night Assault on Caizhou during the Tang Dynasty. To suppress the Huaixi rebellion, Emperor Xianzong appointed General Li Su, who used deception to win over defectors. With Chancellor Pei Du’s support, Li Su launched a surprise attack in a blizzard, capturing rebel leader Wu Yuanji and ending the long‑standing…