History of Modern Chinese Small Papers: Academic Series of Philosophy and Social Sciences, Jilin University

Author: Meng Zhaochen
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features: Modern Chinese small newspapers refer to small-scale newspapers that emerged in major and medium-sized cities such as Shanghai, Beijing, and Tianjin between 1840 and 1949. Unlike large newspapers, small newspapers primarily focus on leisure and entertainment, blending news, commentary, literature, knowledge, and local anecdotes into a vast collection. They serve as a treasure trove of materials for the study of modern Chinese cultural history, customs, and literature. Research on small newspapers holds significant importance for the study of modern Chinese urban life, customs, and literature. However, small newspapers have not received adequate attention from academia. Basic questions remain unresolved: How many types of small newspapers exist? What is the current state of their preservation? What is the value of each type of small newspaper? This book outlines the development of small newspapers, studies the editors and writers of small newspapers, and catalogs thousands of novels published in them.