Critique and Reconstruction (A Countercurrent in the Study of Chinese Legal History)

Author: Ni Zhengmao
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Publish Date: 2002-11-01
Features: In the vast sea of books, our small volume may soon be submerged, forgotten, and vanish from people's memories. Nevertheless, we still believe it is necessary to inform our readers of the origins, mindset, and aspirations behind writing this book. This may contribute to the advancement of the study of Chinese legal history. Over the past two decades, Chinese legal historians have pioneered the field, established a discipline system, filled academic gaps, and made outstanding contributions to discipline development and the cultivation of new talent. However, as a discipline of study, some scholars feel it is necessary to conduct a comprehensive reflection on its fundamental positioning and methodology. This edition features several renowned scholars from across the country, presenting their insights to provoke further thought. The book mainly includes the following five essays: Re-examining the Function of Ancient Chinese Law, Re-understanding the Chinese Legal System, The Harmony of Statutory and Non-Statutory Criminal Law, False Materials and Conclusions, and the Cultural Interpretive Mission of Legal History Research. The content covers disciplinary theory in legal history, the origins of law, the historical periods of ancient Chinese legal systems, and more, with clear viewpoints and sharp critiques.