Shi yi shi wen ji

<p>《石遺室文集》[12卷] (Shi yi shi wen ji) is a collection of literary works by Chen Yan (陳衍) 1856-1937. This Volume 1 presents a selection of his essays. As a notable figure in late Qing dynasty and early Republican era literary circles Chen Yan's writings offer valuable insights into the intellectual and cultural landscape of China during a period of significant transition. The collection showcases his erudition and literary talent covering diverse subjects reflecting the scholarly interests of the time. For scholars and readers interested in Chinese history and literature this collection provides valuable primary source material.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>