Research on the History of Ming and the Timurid Dynasty: Studies on Eurasian History and Culture

Author: Zhang Wende
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Features: Based on the Chinese historical records of the Ming and Timurid exchanges, this book systematically organizes and analyzes the historical materials of the Timurid dynasty recorded in the Ming Shilu. It also utilizes the records left by envoys from the Ming and Timurid Empire, as well as relevant foreign sources, for cross-reference. Additionally, it traces the lineage and evolution of Chinese works on the history and geography of the Timurid dynasty from the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty to the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. This serves as the starting point for this research topic.
Secondly, through a historical examination of the envoys, tributary trade, ceremonial systems, language communication, and Ming Dynasty's foreign policy toward the Timurid dynasty, this book presents the historical context of the exchanges between the Ming and Timurid dynasties and explores the development process and issues of their interactions. This is the key focus of this research topic.
Thirdly, it provides appropriate textual criticism on the parts of the History of the Ming Dynasty: Western Regions concerning the Timurid dynasty, laying a foundation for further research on the relationship between the Ming and Timurid dynasties.