Publisher's Synopsis
The Nestorian Monument of Hsi-An Fu in Shen-Hsi, China is a book written by James Legge and published in 1888. The book is a detailed account of the Nestorian Monument, an ancient stone stele discovered in Hsi-An Fu, Shen-Hsi, China in 1625. The monument is inscribed with Chinese characters and Syriac script, and it provides valuable information about the history of Christianity in China during the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD).The book includes a comprehensive translation of the inscriptions on the monument, as well as a detailed analysis of the historical and cultural context in which it was created. Legge provides insight into the Nestorian Church, a Christian sect that was active in China during the Tang Dynasty, and discusses the influence of Nestorianism on Chinese culture and society.In addition to the translation and analysis of the monument, the book also includes illustrations and photographs of the stele and its surroundings. The Nestorian Monument of Hsi-An Fu in Shen-Hsi, China is an important historical document that sheds light on the history of Christianity in China and its influence on Chinese culture. It is a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of religion and culture in China.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
