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Han Dynasty Ep 28: The Life and Legacy of Sima Qian

8 min•6 maj 2026

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the extraordinary life of Sima Qian, the Grand Historian of the Han Dynasty whose work the Shiji (Records of the Grand Historian) set the standard for Chinese historiography. They discuss his early life and education, his father Sima Tan's influence, the disastrous Li Ling affair that led to his castration, and his decision to endure the punishment to complete his magnum opus. The episode covers how the Shiji shaped historical writing not just in China but across East Asia, and reflects on Sima Qian's personal tragedy and triumph.

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