Zhang Jun (1097-1164), courtesy name Deyuan, was one of the Southern Song Dynasty’s best-known officials. He resisted the …
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Kindness and Cruelty: True Stories That Reveal Human Nature During China’s Darkest Years
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Lech Wałęsa Says Taiwan Offers a Democratic Model for the Chinese-Speaking World
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Chrysanthemum tea has been enjoyed for centuries as a light, floral drink often associated with relaxation and seasonal …
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History often turns on a single decision made under pressure. In modern Chinese history, few moments demonstrate this …
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In Chinese Buddhist tradition, some figures become legends — monks whose lives blur the line between history and …
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