Lin Wui›Liu Jun 
Rise and Fall of Civilizations [EPUB ebook] 

When we read "Records of the Grand Historian" today, it is essential to understand why we read it and how to engage with it. It’s not about looking at isolated ancient tales but learning to interpret history and analyze the will of individuals and the historical process through reading. The study of history is a solemn pursuit, yet as you recover the scattered remnants in the river of history, mastering the historical facts and building a historical view, you can experience the ultimate pleasure of reading."The Rise and Fall of Civilizations" encompasses the life stories of 11 ancient emperors from "Records of the Grand Historian, " including King Wu of Zhou, Qin Shi Huang, Emperor Gaozu of Han, and Emperor Wu of Han. Through these figures, we can follow the chronological order of history and grasp the main threads of Chinese history during the Spring and Autumn period, delving deeper into the essence of Chinese culture.