★ This book traces the complete transformation of Zhuge Liang from an ordinary commoner to Chancellor of Shu Han, revealing how he rose above countless heroes in the turbulent Three Kingdoms era. It offers a fresh perspective on the life philosophy of this legendary sage.
★ Starting from historical events, the book naturally transitions into practical insights for modern management or personal growth. It also serves as a practical guide to "how to be a leader" and "how to survive and thrive in adversity".
★ The author combines authoritative academic background with a strong ability to write for a popular audience, making this a highly readable historical biography.

Though Zhuge Liang has been gone for over a thousand years, his influence endures, and the wisdom of his conduct in life has never gone out of style.
This book selects classic episodes from "Records of the Three Kingdoms","Romance of the Three Kingdoms" and other ancient texts. From "debating the scholars of Wu" to crisis management, from "capturing and releasing Meng Huo seven times" to winning people's hearts, and from "drafting the Shu Code" to governing by law, it unfolds the entire life of Zhuge Liang before the reader's eyes. Through fierce political rivalries and military confrontations, it delves deep into Zhuge Liang's outstanding political strategy, his superb art of leadership, and his flexible principles for dealing with the world. By connecting these lessons with modern society, the book extracts timeless tactics and rules for success that can help you conquer any battlefield in life.

Dong Yanshou
Ph.D. in History from Nankai University.
Expert of the Heluo Think Tank, Curator of the Luoyang Gujuzhai Art Museum. He has long cultivated research in history and culture, particularly on the Three Kingdoms period and its key figures.
He has published over 20 works, including historical biographies such as Cao Cao:From Outcast to Overlord,Leading Through Chaos ; Wu Zetian: The Path from Imperial Harem to Dragon Throne.