Why do we need to read "The Historical Records"?
"The Historical Records" is the first biographical general history in Chinese history, recording over 3000 years of history from the Five Emperors of ancient times to Emperor Wu of Han in the fourth year of the Taichu era. It is one of the most authoritative readings for understanding ancient Chinese history. It tells history but is not boring, as vivid and interesting as a novel, with rich plot and full characters. In addition to allowing readers to experience the development and changes of history, it can also help them understand human nature, learn knowledge, and learn the principles of dealing with people and governing the country.

Why do we need to read this set of "The Historical Records"?
① Provide introductory readers with a set of "general edition" of "The Historical Records": The original text of the work is in classical Chinese, which is difficult for readers who do not understand classical Chinese and are beginners in Chinese history to understand. On the premise of being faithful to the original work, this book expresses itself in simple and accurate modern language, making readers enjoy reading and understand it.
② Equipped with vivid and cute illustrations, making reading easier.
③ Selected essence chapters are not difficult to read. They are suitable for readers to read with small format.

"The Historical Records" ranks first among the "Twenty Four Histories". Sima Qian, a historian of the Western Han Dynasty, wrote from the legendary era of the Yellow Emperor to the period of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty.

"The Historical Records" has high historical and literary value. Because the original text is relatively ancient and difficult to understand, this series deliberately selects essence chapters from the original book, and uses more accessible words to express, so that readers can read and understand and try to convey the style and charm of the original book.
Reading this book not only provides historical knowledge, but also allows children to appreciate the charm of Sima Qian's historical stories in easy to understand language.

Sima Qian

The great historian, writer, and thinker of the Western Han Dynasty in China was revered as the "saint of history" by later generations.