Biography of Figures in the Republic of China, Volume 9

Author: Yan Ruping
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Publish Date: 1997-03-01
Features: The book's characteristics are as follows:
1. It requires guidance from Marxism. When writing a biography of a person, one must fully gather materials and conduct serious research. Only when one has a comprehensive understanding of this person's life, a concrete judgment of their major actions and words, and is confident that these concepts and judgments align with objective historical reality, can one begin writing.
2. It requires a narrative style, not a critical biography. The correct perspective should be conveyed through specific facts. Avoid excessive commentary detached from factual material. The selection, detail, and wording of facts must be carefully considered to ensure appropriateness.
3. It requires authenticity and credibility. The facts in the biography must be repeatedly verified, with some requiring further investigation, to ensure accuracy. If doubts remain unresolved, it is better to omit or remain uncertain rather than spread misinformation.
4. It requires reflecting a person's full picture while maintaining focus. A person's biography should accurately present their family background, education, major experiences, and actions. In summary, it should reflect their life story. However, it should not be written as a mere chronicle or chronology. Select the most essential and representative events, describe them in detail and vividly, while leaving the rest more concise.