A Chronicle of the Three Suus (Vol. 1-4)

Author: Kong Fanli wrote
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Publishing Date: 2004-10-01
Features: Sun Fanli is from Taihu County and has been engaged in the study of Song Dynasty literature for over forty years. He not only possesses a solid literary foundation but also demonstrates a meticulous academic attitude, especially in the study of Song Dynasty literature. It can be said that he has made significant contributions and is indeed a renowned expert in the field of Song Dynasty literature research. Among the numerous academic works of the late Professor Kong, the most prominent is his research on the Three Suos (Su Shi, Su Zhe, Su Xun). Professor Kong devoted 28 years to a comprehensive and in-depth study of the complete works and related materials of the Three Suos. The "Su Shi Chronology" he wrote was published by Zhonghua Book Company in 1998 and was praised by experts as "the best chronology of the century." Subsequently, he also completed "Su Zhe Chronology" and "Su Xun Chronology." It is understood that the "Chronology of the Three Suos" published this time is a rewritten version by Professor Kong based on the previous three chronologies. On the basis of fully possessing the relevant materials of Su Xun, Su Shi, and Su Zhe, he comprehensively recorded and examined their lives, friendships, writings, and relationships. Compared to previous chronologies, it has also added many new research findings. The "Chronology of the Three Suos" consists of 61 volumes and 2.2 million words.