History of Ancient Chinese Literature Research in the 20th Century (Volume on Ci Studies)

Author: Cao Xinhua
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: This is a specialized study on the research of Ci poetry in the 20th century. It is divided into three parts: Upper, Middle, and Lower. The content covers general discussions, expert opinions, and collective theories. The research inherits tradition while embracing openness. It presents novel perspectives and rich content, making it a proudest achievement in the field of ancient Chinese Ci poetry research. The proposal of the history of 20th-century Ci poetry research is a recombination of the development process of Ci poetry research within the field of history. Its significance is as follows: First, it fundamentally breaks free from the constraints of sociopolitical and historical periods, allowing Ci poetry research to have its own independent character, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of its development process. Second, it moves away from the political struggle model of chronological division, which is necessary to adjust overly utilitarian academic concepts. This helps to reevaluate the value of Ci poetry and its research, and promotes the scientific development of Ci poetry research. Third, it completely presents the development process of Ci poetry research, making its original form clearer to describe. This is beneficial for clarifying understanding and resolving confusion. The history of 20th-century Ci poetry research also has another meaning: it is not limited to China but is global and international. This is a unique feature of the history of 20th-century Ci poetry research. Before the 20th century, the history of Ci poetry research was in a closed state, with overseas Ci poetry research not well-developed. This is partly due to Ci being considered China's "national essence," but it does not mean that there was no Ci poetry research.