Chronicles of the Tang and Song: Historical Notes

Author: (Song) Yue Ke
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Publishing Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Yue Ke is the grandson of Yue Fei. The Records of the Bedside Table (Tong Shi), consisting of fifteen volumes, is a collection of miscellaneous records on court and society during the late Southern Song Dynasty. Most of the content is based on the author's personal experiences or accounts from his father and brothers, making it highly valuable as historical material. Tong Shi is a historical miscellany by Yue Ke documenting the court and society of the Northern and Southern Song dynasties. This book aims to present "justice and injustice" through the words and actions of various individuals from all social strata, who witnessed and heard these events firsthand. It fiercely exposes the corruption and darkness of the politics during the Northern and Southern Song dynasties, as well as the treacherous and disastrous actions of the surrenderist faction within the Southern Song ruling group. At the same time, itly praises the patriotic fervor and unyielding integrity of honest officials, warrior generals, and righteous commoners who resisted the Jin invaders. The language is stern and righteous, with clear distinctions between love and hatred. Additionally, the book preserves many literary historical materials.