Chronicle of Yan Fu's Life

Author: Sun Yingxiang
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: This book is rich in historical materials, not only citing Sun Yat-sen's published translations and works but also compiling a large number of rare materials such as manuscripts, letters, and more. It extensively references related domestic and international archives, large-scale reference compilations, modern newspapers, collections of modern figures, diaries, chronicles, notes, epitaphs, discographies, as well as research papers, totaling over 200 types of materials. Compared to previous works, this book provides detailed records of Sun Yat-sen's life and activities in different eras. It particularly offers substantial evidence on his studies in the UK, founding the Guowen Newspaper, publishing and distributing The Evolution of Species, serving as the Director of the Chinese Department of the Kaiping Coal Bureau, participating in the anti-American boycott movement, becoming the Supervisor of the Anhui Higher Normal School, engaging in the peace negotiations between the North and South, leading Peking University, and his early support of Yuan Shikai in the early years of the Republic. Some of these details have remained unknown to academia until now. Many previously unclear historical facts, such as the date Sun Yat-sen left Beijing after meeting Emperor Guangxu and the specific time he took office as the head of Fudan University, are clearly presented in the chronicle. The book provides detailed annotations for all referenced materials, as well as brief notes on relevant individuals, newspapers, and events, offering scholars convenient access for research and reference.