Bibliographical Dictionary

Author: Zhao Guozhang / Pan Shuguang (editors)
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Publish Date: 2005-12-01
Features: This book is a specialized dictionary on the discipline of ancient Chinese bibliography, encompassing over 4,600 entries on topics such as fundamental theories of bibliography, carrier of documents, document organization, the dispersion and circulation of documents, important documents, document reading, and bibliographers. At the end of the book, there is an appendix titled "Chronicle of Major Events in Chinese Bibliography," which compiles significant events in the field of bibliography from the 21st century BC to 2003, arranged chronologically. This dictionary was compiled to meet the aforementioned needs. The scope of entries includes fundamental theories of bibliography, carrier of documents, document organization, the dispersion and circulation of documents, important documents, document reading, and bibliographers. It contains over 4,400 main entries and over 1,600 supplementary entries. The main entries are indexed in a "Glossary by Stroke Order" and a "Categorical Index of Glossary," facilitating both specific and broader searches. Additionally, there is a "Supplementary Entry Stroke Order Index" to help readers locate knowledge units embedded within the main entries. Rare documents are annotated with their collectors. Some entries include references. We strive to combine scientific rigor, knowledge, informational value, and practicality, while also reflecting the latest domestic and international achievements.