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The Man of Three Centuries

By Michael Webster

The Man of Three Centuries

By Michael Webster

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In 1933, the world was stunned by the passing of a man who claimed to have seen two hundred and fifty-six years of history. Li Ching-Yuen was more than a mere curiosity; he was a living bridge between the imperial splendor of the seventeenth-century Kangxi Emperor and the turbulent dawn of the twentieth century. From his early days as a wandering herbalist in the high peaks of Szechuan to his final years as a celebrated sage and military advisor, his life challenges everything we think we know about the limits of the human body. This comprehensive biography peels back the layers of myth and documented record to explore the man behind the legend. It delves into the specific herbal tonics-lingzhi, goji berries, and wild ginseng-and the rigorous Taoist disciplines of qigong and "internal alchemy" that Li credited for his unnatural vitality. Moving through eras of revolution, famine, and war, his story is a profound study in psychological resilience and the art of maintaining a "quiet mind" amidst global chaos. Featuring detailed analysis of historical census records, eyewitness accounts from the 1920s, and a critical look at the biological boundaries of aging, this work navigates the thin line between miraculous reality and masterfully preserved folklore. It is a journey into a world where time slows down, offering a provocative alternative to the frantic pace of modern life and a timeless lesson on the symbiosis of mind, body, and nature. Discover the secrets of a man who didn't just survive the centuries, but mastered them. Approx.155 pages, 34300 word count
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
166
Release Date:
2026-01-26
Publication Date:
2026-01-26
Publisher:
Michael Webster
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN13:
9798233966767
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
218 g
Height:
140 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
10 cm
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