Zao Lin Za Zu - Yuan Ming Historical Materials Notebooks

Author: Tan Qian
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: This book is a historical record of the Ming Dynasty, written by Tan Qian, a renowned historian during the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is divided into six sections—Wisdom, Benevolence, Sagehood, Righteousness, Balance, and Harmony—comprising eighteen chapters. Among them, the chapter on "Tusi" (local tribal officials) has a title but no content, making it effectively seventeen chapters. The sections on "Lost Classics" and "Famous Predecessors' Anecdotes" provide detailed records of the Southern Ming Hongguang Dynasty, Ming Dynasty's institutional regulations, and the format of "Houtie" (household registration slips), all of which hold significant historical value. The chapters on "Official Documents," "Scenic Spots," "Construction," "Utensils," and "Plants" offer thorough descriptions of the Ming Dynasty's imperial examinations, folk customs, local products, flora, and natural landscapes. This book serves as a valuable reference for understanding Ming Dynasty history, particularly for research on the late Ming and early Qing periods.