夢溪筆談, Volume 01-26 by Kuo Shen

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Author Shen, Kuo, 1031-1095
Title 夢溪筆談, Volume 01-26
Alternate Title Meng Xi Bi Tan, Volume 01-26 [1031-1095 A.D.]
Credits Produced by Sally Yu from the "Wenyuange Sikuquanshu"
Summary "夢溪筆談" by Kuo Shen is a collection of writings that explores a wide array of topics including history, governance, culture, and philosophy, likely penned during the late 11th century. The text reveals detailed accounts and observations about the Tang and Song dynasties, focusing on ceremonial practices, administrative procedures, and scholarly traditions in ancient China. The opening of the work introduces various ceremonial and administrative practices from the Tang dynasty, elaborating on the roles of officials, the significance of rituals, and the historical context behind various traditions. Kuo Shen's observations reflect a meticulous attention to detail, indicating both a reverence for the past and a desire to document the evolving practices in governance and society. The narrative emphasizes the complexity of state rituals and the interplay between historical customs and contemporary practices, offering readers a glimpse into the cultural fabric of that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Chinese
LoC Class PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Subject China -- History -- Song dynasty, 960-1279 -- Anecdotes
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EBook-No. 7317
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 22, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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