The Knight-errant of that time: The literati and scholars of modern China

Author: Chen Pingyuan
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: The author guides readers back to the historical scene in the form of essays. He elaborates on the unique spirit, temperament, interests, and personal charm of 21 renowned figures and masters who were active in the fields of thought, culture, and academia over the past century. At the end, the "King's Teacher" (Kang Youwei) wanted to find a reason to explain the origin of his writing. The 140th anniversary? Too early; the 70th anniversary of his death? Also too early. The Hundred Days' Reform was the pinnacle of Kang Youwei's (1858—1927) career, making it a good time to write an article, but the centennial commemoration cannot be advanced. The memorial essay "Petition on the Imperial Carriage" actually occurred in 1895, marking the symbol of Kang Youwei's official entry onto the political stage.