Comprehensive Examination of the Compilation of the Siku Quanshu Catalog

Author: Sima Chaojun
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Publish Date: 2005-11-01
Features: This book primarily explores the compilation process of the "General Catalogue," analyzes the similarities and differences between the draft bibliographical notes compiled by the four existing scholars (Weng Fanggang, Yao Nai, Shao Jinhán, and Yu Ji) and the "General Catalogue," clarifies the roles played by other officials (including section compilers, chief compilers, and chief editors) in the compilation of the "General Catalogue," and discusses the dominant role of the Qianlong Emperor in the compilation of the "General Catalogue."