Shicheng Hu

About me

When I am not at work, I enjoy reading books, particularly biographies of historical figures, as well as works on history, economics, sociology, and psychology. I also love watching movies. Both books and films allow me to experience more than I could in my everyday life. I'm passionate about traveling and hiking — the beauty of natural landscapes and the grandeur of high mountains always refresh my mind and soothe my soul. I value friendship greatly. I enjoy spending time with friends, having meaningful conversations, and doing things together. Their wisdom continually inspires me to become a better person.

I deeply love my partner. We are highly compatible and grow even closer as time goes by.

I also dedicate time to practicing clerical script calligraphy and improving my English. I keep a daily journal and occasionally write blogs about technology.

In addition, I maintain a regular exercise routine, working out for three hours per week through activities like swimming and running.

Recent books I've read and highly recommend

Recently, I reading books about Zeng Guofan, a prominent statesman and military strategist of the late Qing Dynasty, founded the Xiang Army, a regional militia, as a civil official and suppressed the Taiping Rebellion, rising to the highest ranks of the imperial court. In his later years, he dedicated himself to the Westernization Movement and facilitated the Chinese Educational Mission, which sent young students to study in the United States. His family letters, preserved to this day, along with his philosophical reflections on life and continuous self-improvement, remain worthy of study.

History Figures And Related History

• Zeng Guofan's Family Letter, by Zeng Guofan
Recommendation Reason
After Zeng Guofan began his post in the Hanlin Academy in Beijing, he started corresponding with his parents and siblings in his hometown.
• Zeng Guofan, by Tang Minghao
Recommendation Reason
In my opinion, this is the most comprehensive and impartial biography of Zeng Guofan I've come across. The author has dedicated himself to studying Zeng since his PhD, making him a true authority on the subject.
• The Taiping Revolution Movement, by Jen Yu-wen
Recommendation Reason
This is one of the few books that details the entire history of the Taiping Rebellion, from start to finish. Reading it alongside a biography of Zeng Guofan pairs perfectly for grasping the bigger picture of late Qing society.