Biography of Ji Yun

Author: Zhou Jiming
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Publish Date: 1994-09-01
Features: In common perception, Ji Yun (Ji Xiaolan) is regarded as a knowledgeable scholar, a witty and eloquent literati, an expert in bibliography, a vernacular writer of tales about ghosts and demons, a renowned literary critic, historian, and poet. Yet, his status as a thinker representing an era remains little noted. This book takes Ji Yun's winding life experiences as the warp, his extensive cultural thoughts as the weft, and the specific form of Chinese culture in the 18th century as the backdrop. It not only systematically showcases Ji Yun's spiritual demeanor and intellectual characteristics but also redefines his specific position in the history of Chinese culture. Furthermore, through critical reviews of Ji Yun's thoughts, it offers innovative insights into the spiritual trends of 18th-century Chinese culture.