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A Ton of Inventors Died Due To Their Own Inventions, Chapter Two: Li Si and the Five Pains

Ridiculous History

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The Tragic Innovations of Li Si

This chapter investigates the complex legacy of Li Si, an influential figure in ancient China known for his controversial innovations. It discusses the societal ramifications of his inventions, particularly the five painful punishments, revealing the tragic consequences of his creative genius.

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