Hu Linyi Collection (Complete 5 Volumes)

Author: Qing˙Hu Linyi
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Publish Date: 1999-05-01
Features: Hu Linyi (1812–1861), styled Yongzhi and also known as Xiaosheng, was a native of Yiyang, Hunan. He was born in the 17th year of the Jiaqing reign of the Qing Dynasty and died in the 11th year of the Xianfeng reign, at the age of 50. In 1836 (the 16th year of the Daoguang reign), he passed the imperial examination and was appointed as a Cishiji. After completing his studies, he was granted the position of a compiler. He was successively promoted to the post of Governor of Hubei. During the height of the Taiping Army's power, Linyi established the system of "lijin" (a tax on salt), facilitated salt transportation, revised the grain transport regulations, and increased revenue. He firmly defended Wuchang, making it the strategic base for the war efforts across the provinces. Known for his strict and clear military discipline, he placed particular emphasis on the cultivation of talented generals. He later died in battle and was posthumously honored as "Wenzhong" (Literally "Loyal and Virtuous"). Linyi was skilled in classical Chinese prose and left behind an eight-volume collection of his works, as well as titles such as "Binglue in Reading History," which have been passed down to this day.