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Libraly Journal ›› 2021, Vol. 40 ›› Issue (9): 137-144.

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Liu Rongcun and the Value of Eye Records of Ancient Books#br# Feng Shufen (School of Liberal Arts, Nantong University)#br#

Feng Shufen (School of Liberal Arts, Nantong University)   

  • Online:2021-09-15 Published:2021-09-27
  • About author:Feng Shufen (School of Liberal Arts, Nantong University)

Abstract: As an important representative of the ancient book industry in Shanghai in the Republic of China,Liu Rongcun in Bo Gu Zhai had a lot of research on the editions of ancient books. It not only purchased a large number of rare ancient books, but also carefully photocopied numerous ancient books series. It often had book trading activities with many scholars in the period of the Republic of China. The Eye Records of Ancient Books, compiled by Liu, recorded many good versions of ancient books. It is a rare and good book, which has never been concerned. This book provides essential information to study the delivery and the origin of editions of rare ancient books and has significant academic value.