Reexamining the Derivation and Renewal of Category Books Compilation in Medieval China

摘要

The production of category books in medieval China was a continuous process that,despite frequent changes of ruling dynasties,did not experience significant transformation or interruption.In most cases,the category book compilers inherited work done by their fathers,brothers,or masters.ough largely derivative in content and style,there was innovation and development in the compilation of these category books.