★ Highly Recommended by "People's Daily"!
The works of Leng Chengjin, a renowned professor at Renmin University of China. His books have been translated into Japanese and Korean, sparking a "China Trend" in South Korea!

★ Easy-to-Read + In-Depth Analysis: Historical Wisdom That’s Addictive!
Confucianism, Taoism, Military Strategy, Legalism, Buddhism, Yin-Yang School, and Political Strategists—unlock the essence of the seven schools of thought that shaped Chinese civilization in one go!
- Learn the practical wisdom of Confucianism from Zeng Guofan to live a disciplined life and overcome mental exhaustion.
- Embrace the Taoist spirit of Su Dongpo to maintain a balanced mindset without compromising ambition!
- Unlock more survival wisdom from great historical figures!

★A book that condenses 40 timeless classics and 100 historical figures' anecdotes.
- Dive into dozens of legendary works like "Zuo Zhuan", "Han Feizi", "Strategies of the Warring States", "Records of the Grand Historian", and "Book of Han";
- Explore the stories of historical giants like Guan Zhong, Li Bai, Su Shi, and Zeng Guofan.

★ History Meets Wisdom, Wisdom Meets History.
Not only will you gain historical knowledge, but you’ll also extract practical wisdom from these tales to enhance your personal growth and cultural understanding.

This series includes 2 volumes:
"Reading History for Wisdom (Part 1)"
"Reading History for Wisdom (Part 2)"

Leng Chengjin masterfully intertwines wisdom and history, using vivid and engaging historical anecdotes and character stories to reveal the profound wisdom embedded in history.
In this book, you will learn:
- The depth of Confucian wisdom: Strive for the wisdom of a sage rather than the cunning of a clever mind.
- The harmony of Taoist wisdom: Rule the world by doing nothing that goes against nature.
- The transcendence of Buddhist wisdom: Seek your true nature and achieve enlightenment.
- The rigor of Legalist wisdom: Analyze law, strategy, and power to govern a nation.
- The strategic wisdom of Political Strategists, the strategic brilliance of Military Strategists, and the natural philosophical insights of the Yin-Yang School...

The whole book vividly portrays the rise and fall of historical turmoil and the successes and failures of characters, guiding readers to grasp the true essence of traditional Chinese wisdom.

Leng Chengjin is a professor at the School of Liberal Arts, Renmin University of China, and a renowned expert in Su Shi (Su Dongpo) studies. He is also the screenwriter for the television drama "Su Dongpo". Recognized as one of the top ten most popular professors in Chinese literature by Sohu Education, Leng Chengjin has authored numerous academic works, textbooks, and popular readings, earning widespread influence in both academic circles and among general readers. His works have been translated into Japanese and Korean, sparking a "China Trend" in South Korea.

Volumn 2
Part 4: Legalist Wisdom
The Harshest Wisdom of Legalism
How Rogues and Scoundrels Can Seize Power
The Concept of "Law" in China
The Tragedy of Zhuge Liang
The Fate of Legalists
Rehabilitating Cao Cao Once More
The Gentle Trap of the Hero’s Downfall
The Ruthlessness of Imperial Families
The Art of Replacing a Monarch as a Minister
The Victory of Conspiracy
Governing a Nation vs. Managing a Family
Founding a Nation and Consolidating Power
Who is the Greatest Director of Historical Drama in China?
Scholar-Politicians
The Art of Being an Unshakable Official
The "Official-Business Alliance" Behind Court Scandals
Judging Cases Through Confucian Classics
Li Si and Zhao Gao
China’s "Female Emperor"
Liu Bang’s Art of Commanding Generals
The Endless Power of Slander

Part 5: Buddhist Wisdom
The Most Transcendent Wisdom of Buddhism
Teaching Beyond the Scriptures
"Originally, There is Nothing"
Self-Nature, Self-Enlightenment
Awakening Through Insight
The Ordinary Mind is the Way

Part 6: Political Strategist Wisdom
The Most Tactful Wisdom of Political Strategists
Ignoring Directions, Just Seeking an Official Post
Yan Ying’s Art of Persuasion
A Young Genius’s Eloquence Wins Five Cities
Fan Ju Enters Qin: Ally with the Distant, Attack the Near
Losing One Scholar, Losing a Nation
Lu Zhonglian’s Refusal to Bow to Qin
A Thought-Provoking Theoretical Debate
Governing a Nation is Like Hunting
Zou Yang’s Clever Plan to Save a Life
Su Dai’s Vertical Alliance
"Repaying the Monarch’s Golden Platform Favor"
Zhang Yi’s Horizontal Alliances
Li Bi Averts Disaster Without a Trace
Zichan’s Dignified Diplomacy
Mao Sui Recommends Himself
Su Qin’s Words: Worth a Fortune
Zou Ji’s Satire to Advise the King of Qi
Planning for Future Generations

Part 7: Yin-Yang School Wisdom
The Most Mysterious Wisdom of the Yin-Yang School
Yin and Yang
Fate and Destiny
Prophecies and Omens
Dream Interpretation
Character Divination
Feng Shui
Divination Through the I Ching
Astrology
Deities and Spirits

Afterword