Unfinished Dream of the Red Chamber - Cao Xueqin in Xiangshan Zhengbaiqi

Author: Li Qiang
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: In fact, the debate over whether No. 39 of Zhengbaiqi is the former residence of Cao Xueqin is not only a major academic issue but also concerns key Red School questions such as Cao Xueqin's arrival in Xiangshan, the location where Dream of the Red Chamber was written, Cao Xueqin's life in Western Hills, and his relationship with the Qing court. Loving a cause and dedicating oneself to it diligently and persistently will always yield rewards, and the book The Endless Red Chamber—Cao Xueqin in Xiangshan Zhengbaiqi before us is the best proof. Whether the views in Li Qiang's book are correct or not, his research will prompt more scholars and experts to reflect on past achievements; his findings will play a significant role in advancing the in-depth study of Cao Xueqin's life and creative work in Western Hills.
Among the four functions of museums—collection, exhibition, education, and research—we have not done enough. This requires social support and our own efforts. Li Qiang's book is not only his personal research achievement but also an exploration in academic research by the memorial hall, and more importantly, an attempt to fulfill our educational and research functions.