Ran Qian Ji Wen: Initial Notes, Second Notes, Third Notes (Complete Two Volumes)

Author: (Qing) Chen Kangqi
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Publishing Date: 1997-12-01
Features: Langqian Jiwen is a rich and extensive historical record. It chronicles events in Qing Dynasty politics, economy, literary circles, institutional systems, social customs, and other aspects. This book is part of the Qing Dynasty Historical Records Series and was written by Chen Kangqi in the late Qing Dynasty. It consists of 42 volumes and over 1,700 entries, specializing in the history of the Qing Dynasty. The content is broadly divided into five categories: one on literary circles and scholars; two on officialdom and the bureaucracy; three on social conditions; four on institutional systems; five on virtuous and prosperous reigns; and some odd and interesting anecdotes. Covering a wide range of topics with abundant materials, it is one of the more renowned historical records of the Qing Dynasty.