History of Chinese Historiography (6) Modern Period (1840-1919): Modern Chinese Historiography

Author: Bai Shouyi, Editor-in-Chief; Chen Qitai, Author
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: In the past long period, the term "modern" was used to refer to the history from the Opium War to the May Fourth Movement. However, due to the extension of historical progress, it has recently been used to denote the history from the Opium War to the founding of the People's Republic of China. This book aims to discuss modern historiography by: revealing the main characteristics and advantages of modern historiography, highlighting the close connection between historiography and the patriotic thought of saving the nation and strengthening the country; genuinely reflecting the deep concern of modern historians for the fate of the nation and social progress; thoroughly exploring their achievements in historiographical theories and historical writings; and making objective and realistic analyses and evaluations. Research must be based on solid and reliable historical materials, strive to fully utilize available materials, interpret them cautiously, conduct case studies, and at the same time, trace the evolution of modern historiography and outline its development.