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Why is Understanding Zeng Guofan called the first Chinese inspirational book in China?

Take Zeng Guofan as an inspirational book in China, and combine the problems of young people's starting a business, being an official, doing things, being a man, living, working and studying. And interpret his 200 maxims, so as to find the modern significance of China traditional culture and provide reference for young people.

"Chinese-style inspirational" is a brand-new concept that I put forward in this book, but in fact, China traditional culture has been focusing on it for thousands of years, and there are different opinions. It was called self-cultivation in ancient times. Zeng Guofan's success lies in self-cultivation. Only when a person is strong, open, tolerant, flexible and has a perfect personality can he achieve a long-term career. Otherwise, even if it gets bigger, it won't last long.