Qing Dynasty Research on Tibetan History

Author: Zeng Guoqing
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Publish Date: 2000-06-01
Features: This book is the result of years of effort by Comrade Guoqing. Most of the articles have been published in core journals of ethnology in China. The content covers Tibetan history, culture, figures, economy, and transportation, among other aspects. It includes research on the system of Ambans (Ambans in Tibet), evaluations of the pros and cons of the Qing Dynasty's generals who led expeditions to Tibet, Tibetan Princes, and high lamas, the system of reincarnation of Living Buddhas in Tibetan Buddhism, the functions and powers of the central government's Tibetan administrative institutions during the Qing Dynasty, the activities of foreign missionaries in Tibetan regions, the system of local lords (tusi) in Tibetan areas during the Qing Dynasty, and the social structures of Tibetan society during the Qing Dynasty, among others. As is well known, due to historical reasons, modern imperialists have incited divisions and fabricated the conspiracy of "Tibetan independence." Later, both old and new separatists in Tibet and foreign hostile forces have engaged in endless slander and disinformation on this issue on the international political stage. This book is not only a historical work with fresh perspectives, solid evidence, compelling arguments, profound intellectual depth, and high academic standards, but also a popular reader for disseminating specialized knowledge in Tibetan studies.