World of Merchants in Chinese Literature

Author: Shao Yiping
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Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: This book is an original and pioneering work of literary history, where the author attempts to employ research methods such as iconology and motif studies. Within a long and vast temporal and spatial scope, it elaborates on the evolution of the merchant image in Chinese literature and reviews and summarizes the concepts of merchants in Chinese literature, in response to the inspirations and impacts of the modern world and modern society. The book has a lofty purpose, novel themes, a grand structure, abundant historical materials, strict adherence to academic norms, and clear and readable language, making it a valuable reference for scholars and enthusiasts of literature and history.