About the author

Guo Bonan is an author about whom little public information is available; his life, birthplace, and dates of birth and death are not clearly recorded. Based on the holdings in our catalog, he is the author of _Talks on Chinese History_ (two volumes), which is classified as a historical reader and serves as the main basis for understanding his writing. In terms of subject matter, the book takes Chinese history as its object and introduces historical knowledge to general readers, making it a popular work of history. Such books usually aim for a clear narrative thread and plain exposition, making them accessible to non-specialist readers. Because verifiable information is limited, a more detailed assessment of his writing style and academic background is difficult, but it is certain that this work offers Chinese readers an overview of Chinese history.

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Publishers

Shanghai Classics Publishing House