Reputation after the official's departure: Stories of ancient honest officials in Lingnan

Author: Publicity Office of the Discipline Inspection Commission of Guangdong Province
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Publishing Date: 2005-02-01
Features: Throughout the long course of history, the hardworking, brave, and wise Lingnan people have created remarkable ancient civilizations and produced many outstanding officials who governed the country and brought peace. Not to mention the modern era, from the Tang Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty for over 1,300 years, there have been many names etched in history, such as Zhang Jiuling, Yu Jing, Wang Dabao, Cui Yu, Yuan Chonghuan, Deng Shichang, and Huang Zunxian. In official histories, unofficial records, and folk oral traditions, their stories of serving as officials in one place and benefiting the people have endured to this day. Emperor Taizong of Tang said, "Using bronze as a mirror, one can correct their attire; using the past as a mirror, one can understand the rise and fall of dynasties; using people as a mirror, one can clarify right and wrong." In today's fight against corruption and the maintenance of the advanced nature of Communist Party members, these are all excellent historical lessons. "The Reputation of Officials Endures After Their Departure—Stories of Ancient Lingnan Incorruptible Officials" is rich in content, well-researched, and highly readable.