Journal of the Theory and History of Historiography (Volume 2004~2005)

Author: Qu Lindong
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Publish Date: 2005-11-01
Features: The Journal of Historiography and the History of Historiography, sponsored by the Center for the Theory and History of Historiography at Beijing Normal University, was published by Social Sciences Academic Press for the 2004-2005 volume. This volume includes 30 academic papers and two appendices. The articles cover both ethnic relations history and a re-examination of historical evaluation standards, as well as in-depth insights into China's historiographical heritage, cultural and historical identity, the ethnic characteristics and traditions of historiography, as well as new perspectives on foreign historiography and historiographical theory. The publication of this volume coincides with the 60th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World War II against Fascism. To commemorate this great occasion, papers by Professors Wang Guilin, Xu Lan, and Zhang Hongyi were included. They discuss the role and significance of the Chinese People's War of Resistance in the World War II against Fascism and the post-war global human rights movement from different perspectives. A key feature of this volume is the emphasis on historiographical criticism, particularly the review of contemporary works, aiming to enhance the theoretical and academic standards of historiographers through the critique of historical books, historiographical phenomena, and historiographical trends. In the preface, Editor-in-Chief Qu Lindong also outlines the journal's aspirations and objectives: The Journal is committed to contributing to academic development, fostering connections between historiography and society, promoting self-cultivation among historiographers, and advocating for a harmonious academic atmosphere and a pragmatic scholarly ethos. The volume is rich in content and information, offering multidimensional reference value. (Shou Liang)
The publication of the Journal of Historiography and the History of Historiography (2004-2005 volume) coincides with the commemoration of the "60th Anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World War II against Fascism." As such, it includes commemorative essays by notable scholars. Additionally, in terms of content, the book features both historical analysis of ethnic relations and a re-evaluation of historical evaluation standards, as well as meticulous research into historical sources and rational reflections on the new trends in the contemporary development of historiography. The volume is rich in content and information, making it an important reference book for the theoretical study of historiography.