If it is the first time to read a book of the Qing Dynasty, I recommend reading the series "Straight Talk" and "Lecture Room" published by Zhonghua Book Company. Twelve emperors-twelve kings-three queens. At least a whole system can be established to get a preliminary understanding of important people. Then there is your History of the Great Qing Dynasty, which should be an advanced book, mostly aimed at politics, not at someone or something. Frankly, it's a little boring. Of course, the most boring thing is the drafts and records of Qing history. This is the ultimate book. You must have a complete system in your mind. It is better to read this. In addition, I recommend a book, Miscellaneous Notes of Xiao Ting, written by Zhao Ling, a prince of rites who is close to the country. Most of them are inside information, so they are authentic and written in classical Chinese.