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宋史
Author: Tuotuo
Bookshelves: History - General, Category: History - Ancient, Category: History - Other, Category: History - Royalty, Category: History - Warfare
Summary
"宋史" by Tuotuo is a historical account written in the late 12th century. The work serves as an official historical record covering the Song Dynasty, detailing its emperors, significant events, military campaigns, and societal aspects. Through detailed biographies and accounts, it provides an in-depth overview of the rise and development of the Song Dynasty, shedding light on its cultural, political, and military history. At the start of the text, the author presents the lineage of the Song Dynasty's founder, Taizu (Zhao Kuangyin), outlining his noble ancestry and military prowess. The narrative follows Taizu’s exceptional early life, tracking his rise through military ranks and significant battles that showcased his strategic prowess and leadership. The opening portion focuses on his achievements, pivotal victories against rival states, and the foundations of the Song's governance and military systems, which set the stage for the dynasty's consolidation of power. (This is an automatically generated summary.)