Routledge Chinese Local History - Stone Inscriptions Fukien

Explore a rare collection of historical records with Chinese Local History: Stone Inscriptions From Fukien In The Sung To Ch'ing Periods. Published by Routledge, this work provides access to approximately 200 stone inscriptions copied by Chinese historian Lin Renchuan from various locations across South Fukien. This volume is the result of extensive field research conducted in the mountains and coastal plains of South Fukien. It offers a unique look at historical texts that have never been published in any other form. While a few inscriptions by famous authors like Ts'ai Hsiang have appeared in existing Fukienese collections of ancient stone and bronze, the vast majority of these texts are presented here for the first time. This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers interested in the history of land reclamation and the regional history of the Fukien area. By documenting these inscriptions, the text preserves important historical data from the Sung to the Ch'ing periods, making it a significant addition to any library focused on Chinese reference materials and local history.