The Yellow Emperor
Huangdi: The Yellow Emperor details the life of Huangdi—often regarded as a founding patriarch of Chinese civilisation—and his governance strategies, cultural impact, and the enduring influence of his ideals and spirit. This book is part of the Chinese Civilisation series which seeks to inform, inspire and ignite curiosity about one of the world's oldest civilisations.
“More than 5,000 years ago, Huangdi cultivated virtue and revitalised the army, using the art of battle formation to conquer vassals who did not make offerings. Through the battles of Banquan and Zhuolu, he ended the long-standing strife in ancient China, allowing the ancient society to enter a new era of national history marked by dynasties. Thus, Huangdi became the first founder of the Chinese nation.”
From the Preface
List of Figures
The Editorial Committee
Series Foreword
Preface
Chapter 1 The Story of Huangdi
I. Birth at Xuanyuan Hill
II. Succession to the Throne
III. Foundation of the Yan Huang Alliance
IV. Victory of the Zhuolu Battle
V. Realisation of Unification
VI. Establishment of the Capital in Youxiong
VII. Creation of Chinese Civilisation
Chapter 2 Huangdi’s Strategies of Governance
I. People-Oriented Governing Philosophy
II. Governing by Morality and Law
III. Harmonious but Different Approaches to the World
IV. Ideal of Educating People with Culture
V. Huangdi’s Thought of Humanistic Science
Chapter 3 Inheritance of Huangdi Culture
I. Influence of Huangdi Culture in Chinese History
II. Worship of Huangdi in All Dynasties
III. Research on Huangdi Culture
IV. Spread of Huangdi Culture
Chapter 4 Promotion of Huangdi Spirit
I. Spirit of Endless Self-Improvement
II. Spirit of Innovation
III. Spirit of Clemency
IV. Spirit of Equality
V. People-Oriented Spirit
VI. Spirit of Great Unity
Appendix: A Brief Chronology of Chinese History
Index
Basic Information
- 978-629-7646-35-0 (Paperback)
