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Pre-Modern Chinese Literature: Journals

This guide is a research starter for undergraduate and graduate students on Pre-Modern Chinese Literature. Featured resources include: Literary anthologies, reference histories, web resources on pronunciation and romanization, and relevant journals.

Early China

Early China is a journal that focuses on historical research from the earliest days of China through the fall of the Eastern Han Dynasty in 220 AD. Being an interdisciplinary journal, Early China features articles on literature, history, philosophy, and more. Useful for understanding past and contemporary research on the cornerstones of Chinese culture.

Citation:

Cambridge University Press. (1975-Present). Early Chinahttps://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/early-china

Frontiers of Literary Studies in China

Frontiers of Literary Studies in China showcases independent research on the subject of Chinese literature pre-modern, modern, and contemporary. In addition to research articles, it also includes translations of fiction and interviews. Helpful for illuminating the current status and interests in Chinese literary studies and criticism, both in China and abroad.

Citation:

Higher Education Press. (2007-Present). Frontiers of Literary Studies in Chinahttps://journal.hep.com.cn/flsc/EN/1673-7318/home.shtml

Journal of Chinese Literature and Culture

The Journal of Chinese Literature and Culture publishes work detailing premodern Chinese literature and culture. Additionally, it emphasizes the influence of the premodern on contemporary culture within China, allowing for comparative study across eras.

Citation:

Duke University Press. (2011-Present). Journal of Chinese Literature and Culturehttps://read.dukeupress.edu/jclc

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