A Century of Law (History of the Peking University Law School)

Author: Li Guilian et al
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Features: Recalling the past, Peking University's legal education has journeyed from the depths of history. Born in the turbulent late Qing Dynasty, its emergence signified reform, revolution, and the inevitable sweeping away of the concept of rule of law across the ancient land of China. Through storms and vicissitudes, over a century of solitude, its life's trajectory undoubtedly represents the of Chinese law and legal education over the past hundred years. Countless predecessors tirelessly strived to promote China's democratic rule of law, passing the torch from one generation to the next. Now, this sacred mission has fallen upon our generation. Looking at today, Peking University's legal education is like a century-old ancient tree. Its roots are deep and its leaves lush, with a glorious past; it bears fragrant fruits, spreading vibrant seeds across the land; it has a long history, with a clear line of succession, and it constantly sprouts new green, full of vitality. This book comprehensively and relatively detailedly records the origins of Peking University's Law School. It is accompanied by numerous valuable historical photographs, aiming to enable readers to approach history and the many great legal scholars of the time from multiple perspectives.