A Chronicle of the Three Suus (Volumes 1-4)

Author: Kong Fanli
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Publishing Date: 2005-03-01
Features: ★16-inch hardcover, traditional vertical text, published by Beijing Ancient Books Publishing House. The hardcover set of "The Three Suos' Chronology" consists of 4 volumes, in traditional vertical text. Author Kong Fanli is a leading authority in the study of the Three Suos. This book is a completely rewritten version based on the previous three works: "The Chronology of Su Xun," "The Chronology of Su Shi," and "The Chronology of Su Zhe." It rearranges the original order of the books, removes duplicate content, and incorporates many new research findings. Since its publication, it has been acclaimed by experts as "the best chronology of the 20th century" and is considered an essential reference for scholars studying the Three Suos. This newly published "The Three Suos' Chronology" (hereinafter referred to as "this chronology") is a large 32-inch hardcover set of 4 volumes, totaling 61 volumes and 2.2 million words. This chronology is an academic work with an independent structure and a self-contained system. The author, based on a comprehensive and extensive collection of materials related to Su Xun, Su Shi, and Su Zhe, provides a thorough account and examination of their lives, relationships, and literary works. Kong Fanli is from Taihu County and has been engaged in the study of Song Dynasty literature for over 40 years. He not only possesses a solid literary foundation but also demonstrates a meticulous academic approach, especially in the study of Song Dynasty literature, making significant contributions and earning recognition as a renowned expert in Song Dynasty literary research. Among Kong Fanli's numerous academic studies, the most prominent is his research on the Three Suos (Su Shi, Su Zhe, and Su Xun). Over the course of 28 years, Kong Fanli conducted an in-depth study of the complete works of the Three Suos and related materials. His "The Chronology of Su Shi" was published by Zhonghua Book Company in 1998 and was acclaimed by experts as "the best chronology of the 20th century." Subsequently, he also completed "The Chronology of Su Zhe" and "The Chronology of Su Xun." According to reports, this newly published "The Three Suos' Chronology" is a rewritten version based on the previous three chronologies. Building on a comprehensive collection of materials related to Su Xun, Su Shi, and Su Zhe, the author provides a thorough account and examination of their lives, relationships, and literary works, incorporating many new research findings compared to previous chronologies. "The Three Suos' Chronology" consists of 61 volumes and 2.2 million words.