Shui Dong Diary

Author: Ye Sheng (Ming Dynasty)
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Publishing Date: 2005-03-01
Features: The main content of this book is a record of the ceremonial systems and regulations of the early Ming Dynasty. Due to the author's long tenure in the official field, his observations are extensive, and he provides detailed accounts of various systems, their evolution, and their advantages and disadvantages. The Siku Quanshu praises Sheng for his meticulous attention to historical records and his thorough examination of the court's ceremonial systems. Some of the content is not found in historical records and can supplement the gaps in history. Additionally, a significant portion of the book includes articles, poems, letters, and memorials by Song, Yuan, and Ming Dynasty figures, which can be referenced alongside historical records. The book also collects some articles, poems, letters, and memorials by Song, Yuan, and Ming Dynasty figures, providing valuable resources for researchers in literature and history. For example, the lost text in Volume 15, which is preserved in this book, has been able to survive and be passed down thanks to its inclusion here.