Criminal Case Collection, Volume 3 (Total of 4 Volumes)

Author: Zhu Qingqi et al. (Qing Dynasty)
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Publishing Date: 2004-04-01
Features: The largest ancient Chinese case compilation book in terms of volume, scope, and classification, meticulously compiled over decades by two generations of experienced officials from the Ministry of Justice. Its historical value is invaluable. China is one of the greatest ancient civilizations in the world. Whenever people mention China's rich cultural and historical materials, they often use phrases like "so vast that it makes oxen weary" or "as vast as the sea." However, in comparison, historical records on legal cases are rare and scattered. Moreover, most cases in existing historical books come from folk legends or unofficial records, with an emphasis on highlighting the bizarre and extraordinary nature of the cases or the extraordinary investigative and judgment skills of the judges. These vivid case compilations provide an invaluable perspective for understanding ancient judicial conditions. However, the development of history is multi-dimensional, and the only way to restore its true appearance is to rely on and be based on the most scientific, authentic, and accurate historical materials. In this regard, the role of official historical records is irreplaceable by folk legends and rumors. Before the Qing Dynasty, ancient official judicial archives had not been preserved. In this sense, as the largest ancient Chinese case compilation book in terms of volume, scope, and classification, meticulously compiled over decades by two generations of experienced officials from the Ministry of Justice, the historical value of Xing An Hui Lian San Bian is invaluable.