Tian Gong Kai Wu

Author: (Ming) Song Yingxing
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Publishing Date: 2002-12-01
Features: To meet the needs of mass reading, a large number of vernacular novels and dramas written in everyday language were printed during this period, along with numerous illustrated household books and elementary education readers. Tian Gong Kai Wu emerged in this era, fully reflecting the book characteristics of the time. Tian Gong Kai Wu, written by Song Yingxing of the Ming Dynasty, is a highly practical book on agriculture, handicraft production, and technology. It contains numerous exquisite illustrations and is written in easy-to-understand language. The book is divided into three volumes: the first volume describes techniques and experiences related to food and clothing; the second volume covers various daily production techniques and experiences; and the third volume discusses mining and other technical experiences. The entire book reflects the highest level of agricultural and handicraft production technology in China at that time. Therefore, it is regarded as a milestone by later generations and is hailed as the "Encyclopedia of China," a classic of ancient Chinese science and technology.