Libraly Journal

Libraly Journal ›› 2018, Vol. 37 ›› Issue (7): 10-15.

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Re-analysis on the Occurrence and Official Adoption of the Chinese Word “Library” in Modern China

Gu Yeqing   

  • Online:2018-07-15 Published:2018-07-16

Abstract: The emergence and popularity of the word “library” in modern China was influenced by Japan, while Luo Zhenyu and Wu Rulun played an important role in the word “library” entering the official documents of the Qing government.

Key words: Library, Etymology, Luo Zhenyu, Wu Rulun,  , Library history