Chang Chu Zhai Notes - Stroke 2, Stroke 3, Stroke 4, Stroke 5 -- Qing Dynasty

Author: Liu Shengmu, [Qing Dynasty], compiled by Liu Duling
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Features: This book is one of the "Collected Notes on Qing Dynasty Historical Materials," and the author Liu Shengmu is the third son of Liu Bingzhang, the Governor of Sichuan during the Qing Dynasty. From a young age, the author was dedicated to studying and never tired of it. He had a passion for collecting books and wrote many works. Due to his expertise in bibliography and textual criticism, the book primarily discusses these topics, while also covering academic origins, writing conventions, and poetry and prose. The author lived during the turbulent late Qing period and came from an aristocratic family, which gave him insights into political affairs and the inner workings of the bureaucracy. Therefore, this book is an extremely valuable reference for historical and literary studies. It is a highly influential historical and literary note. In addition to discussing academic origins, ancient book editions, and writing conventions, the content also touches on late Qing politics and figures. It reveals much about official corruption and social darkness.