曹操英文介绍.ppt

Cao Cao By:Li Early life Cao was born in the county of Qiao in 155. His father?Cao Song?was a foster son of?Cao Teng, who in turn was one of the favorite?eunuchs?of?Emperor Huan. Some historical records, including the?Biography of Cao Man, claim that Cao Songs original family name was?Xiahou. Cao Cao indeed became a capable official in the Eastern Han government,being strict and impartial in implementing the law. He gained fame by winning several battles against the Han which earned him the name the”Hero of Chaos”（枭雄） Cao Cao was regarded to become “a capable minster in times of peace or an unscrupulous schemer in times of turmoil.（治世之能臣，乱世之英雄。） Anecdote According to the?Biography of Cao Man, Caos uncle complained to Cao Song about Cao Caos indulgence in hunting and music with?Yuan Shao. In retaliation, Cao Cao feigned a fit before his uncle, who immediately rushed to inform Cao Song. When Cao Song went to see his son, Cao Cao behaved normally. When asked, Cao Cao replied, I have never had a fit, but I lost the love of my uncle, and therefore he deceived you. Afterwards, Cao Song ceased to believe his brother regarding Cao Cao, and thus Cao Cao became even more blatant and perseverant in his wayward pursuits. Cao Cao in Art In classical Chinese literature ,he is traditionally represented as a cunning and deceitful general. “Three Caos“ A character in the chinese classic romance of the three kingdoms《三国演义》,where he is cast as the cunning and capable villain. In Chinese opera,where his character’s white makeup is meant to reflect his wicked heart.” Literature《短歌行》 对酒当歌-I lift my drink and sing a song 人生几何-For who knows if life be short or long 譬如朝露-Mans life is but the morning dew 去日苦多-Past days many, future ones few 慨当以慷-The melancholy my heart begets 忧思难忘-Comes from cares I cannot forget 何以解忧-Who can unravel these woes of mine 唯有杜康-I know but one man... the God of Wine 青青子衿-Disciples dressed in blue 悠悠我心-My heart worries for you 但为君故-You are the cause 沉吟