Tales from Tang Dynasty China: Selections from the Taiping Guangji
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Compiled during the Song dynasty (960–1279) at the behest of Emperor Taizong, theTaiping Guangjianthologized thousands of pages of unofficial histories, accounts, and minor stories from the Tang dynasty (618–907).The twenty-two tales translated in this volume, many appearing for the first time in English, reveal the dynamism and diversity of society in Tang China. A lengthy Introduction as well as introductions to each selection further illuminate the social and historical contexts within which these narratives unfold. This collection offers a wealth of information for anyone interested in medieval Chinese history, religion, or everyday life.
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Data sheet
- Name of the Author
- Alexei Ditter
Jessey Choo
Sarah Allen - Language
- English
- ISBN
- 9781624666308
- Release date
- 2017
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Compiled during the Song dynasty (960–1279) at the behest of Emperor Taizong, theTaiping Guangjianthologized thousands of pages of unofficial histories, acco...