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Cao Cao Biography and Poems

Cao Cao Biography and Poems. This is biographical information on Cao Cao, one of the best poets of all time. This biography page also provides a link to poems written by Cao, as well as, a video biography...if available.

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Cao Cao (Mandarin pronunciation: ; 155 – March 15, 220) was a warlord and the penultimate chancellor of the Eastern Han Dynasty who rose to great power during the dynasty's final years. As one of the central figures of the Three Kingdoms period, he laid the foundations for what was to become the state of Cao Wei and was posthumously titled Emperor Wu of Wei. Although often portrayed as a cruel and merciless tyrant, Cao Cao has also been praised as a brilliant ruler and military genius who treated his subordinates like his family. He was also skilled in poetry and martial arts and authored many war journals.. warlord poet

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