The Ming Dynasty's Literary World Through the Lens of Imperial Examinations

The Cultural Ecology of Imperial Examinations in Ming Dynasty Literature

This monograph provides a pioneering investigation into the intricate relationship between Chinese literature and imperial examinations during the Ming Dynasty 1368-1644, with an m to revive the comprehensive cultural context surrounding these crucial educational processes. This book marks a significant shift from conventional literary research paradigms, offering new insights by intertwining studies on literature, culture, and historical events.

The study is structured into several interconnected yet indepent chapters:

1 The chapter examines the livelihood circumstances and career paths of scholars serving in the Hanlin Academy.

2 It further investigates the educational background and institutional consciousness among Ming-era intellectuals.

3 An analysis of top-tier candidates' contributions to literature during the Ming Dynasty showcases their unique influence on literary trs.

4 This segment delves into how various examination subjects reflect societal issues within the Ming society, providing a lens through which societal dynamics can be understood.

5 Finally, it scrutinizes instances of cheating in imperial exams from both political and literary perspectives.

This scholarly work appeals to readers with interests in Chinese literature and culture as well as scholars researching ancient China's imperial examination system. By exploring these topics together, this monograph provides a unique perspective on how cultural ecology influenced Ming literature through the prism of imperial examinations.

Acknowledgements

The author acknowledges Wenxin Chen, Professor of Chinese Literature at Wuhan University and Chr of the College of Chinese Language and Literature's Professor Committee as well as Director of the Academic Committee for Wuhan University's Chinese Traditional Culture Research Centre. His work on the 18-volume Chinese Literary Chronicle has led to winning the prestigious Chinese Government Award for Publishing.

Bibliographic Information

The Literature and Cultural Ecology of Imperial Examinations in the Ming Dynasty

Author: Wenxin Chen

Translator: Bing Wang

DOI: https:doi.org10.1007978-981-99-4709-6

Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan Singapore

Language Versions:

Hardcover ISBN: 978-981-99-4708-9

Softcover ISBN: 978-981-99-4711-9

Electronic Editions:

eBook ISBN: 978-981-99-4709-6

Publication Date:

First Edition Hardcover: October 5, 2023

Second Edition Softcover: October 18, 2024

Online Access Date: October 3, 2023

Book Length:

IX pages plus 432 mn text pages

Illustrations:

Number of BW illustrations: 8

Number of Color Illustrations: 1

Subject Areas:

Asian Literature, Classical and Antique Literature, History of China, Asian Culture, Educational Policy and Politics

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