Xiao Gang Xiao Yi Yearbook - Academic Works of the Institute of Literature, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (Includes CD-ROM)

Author: Wu Guangxing
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: This chronicle, spanning from the second year of Liang Tianjian (503) to the first year of Chen Tianjia (560), narrates the personal deeds, interactions, and relevant backgrounds of the brothers Emperor Jianwen of Liang (Xiao Gang) and Emperor Yuandi of Liang (Xiao Yi) year by year. It extensively covers aspects such as politics, military affairs, society, culture, and cross-South-North transportation during that era, serving as a "comprehensive history" of the Southern Dynasties' Liang Dynasty during the period of South-North confrontation. The prosperous era of the Southern Dynasties, marked by "fifty years of peace in Jiangbei," witnessed two pivotal political events that determined the fate of the Liang Dynasty: the "Hou Jing Rebellion" and the "Fall of Jiangling." The book provides detailed research and reflections on the famous historical figure Emperor Wu of Liang's devout Buddhism, the "Great Unity" trend in Xuanxue (Neo-Daoism), and the "Court Style Poetry" in literary history. Centered around Xiao Gang and Xiao Yi, the book involves over 800 characters whose deeds are verifiable, citing over 150 sources. It encompasses both major state affairs and daily trivialities, as well as rumors and anecdotes, presenting a rich and colorful historical tapestry of the lives of medieval aristocrats (especially the imperial family).