The Readability of the Past in Early Chinese Historiography (Harvard East Asian Monographs)
by Wai-Yee Li
Wai-Yee Li’s The Readability of the Past in Early Chinese Historiography explores how early Chinese historical writing gives form and meaning to the past. This specialized academic study considers historiography as both historical representation and an interpretive practice, making it valuable for readers of East Asian history and literary studies.
About This Book
The Readability of the Past in Early Chinese Historiography examines how historical writing makes earlier events and experiences intelligible.
Wai-Yee Li focuses on the relationship between the past and the ways it is represented in early Chinese historical texts.
The book offers a specialized study for readers interested in Chinese historiography, historical interpretation, and the literary dimensions of history.
Published as part of the Harvard East Asian Monographs series, it is suited to academic research and advanced study in East Asian history and literary studies.
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