Turan Ji Shi (Upper and Lower) -- Works of Cen Zhongmian

Author: Cen Zhongmian
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Features: This book extensively compiles historical materials on the Turks found in numerous ancient Chinese texts, including the official biographies of the Turks in historical chronicles, the biographies of other tribes closely related to the Turks, inscriptions and biographies of the Turks, and more. Additionally, it includes Chinese translations of ancient Turkic inscriptions and selected translations of works by foreign scholars. The content is rich and extensive, spanning over 800,000 words. The first volume is a chronological compilation of the history of the Turks, arranged in chronological order or by category. Where discrepancies exist in accounts, they are examined and analyzed. The second volume consists of annotated biographies of the Turks, biographies of Turkic tribes, and annotations of Chinese and Turkic inscriptions. It also includes multiple translations and essays, providing valuable references for those studying the history of the Turks.