Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature
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Introduction: This article traces Northern Zhou’s rise through Su Chuo’s reforms and Emperor Wu’s bold rule. It highlights the equal‑field system, anti‑Buddhist policies to strengthen the state, and the conquest of Northern Qi. Though Emperor Wu died young, his unification of the north laid groundwork for Sui to reunify China.
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Introduction: This article tells the tragic fall of the Hulü clan, the pillar of Northern Qi. Loyal general Hulü Guang defended the state against Northern Zhou but was framed by treacherous officials. Foolish Emperor Gao Wei executed him, tearing down the kingdom’s last “great wall.” Northern Qi soon collapsed, clearing the way for Northern…