Biography of Quan Zuwang

Author: Wang Yongjian
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Publish Date: 1996-01-01
Features: This biographical study comprehensively examines the life and thought of Quan Zuwang, covering his era—from the "world's collapse" to the "Kang-Qian Prosperity," from the anti-Li Xue (Neo-Confucianism) trend in the early Qing Dynasty to the "Qian-Jia School"; his hometown—Yong's "Zoulu Chunfeng" (refined Confucian culture) and "mountain and river spiritual energy"; his family background—"ancestral style" and his grandparents' involvement in the anti-Qing resistance; as well as his social circles. The author thoroughly explores the reasons behind Quan Zuwang's ability to genuinely implement the principle of "applying classics to governance" in his studies of history and classics, as well as his distinctive personal characteristics. Using a combination of critique and biography, the author addresses the question—why Quan Zuwang failed to realize his grand ideal of "commanding the world with boldness" but achieved remarkable success and profound influence in "dominating ancient texts with literary flair"!