Ming and Qing Gangs

The long-standing Chinese culture is not only based on Confucianism, but also includes Taoism and Buddhism, as well as intricate folk religions and gangs. Various religious sects constitute the sincere beliefs of tens of millions of people at the bottom and influence the folk customs and people's way of thinking and lifestyle in various places. They represent an aspect of the Chinese nation's character, so the study of it is unavoidable. China's lower-class society during the Ming and Qing Dynasties was filled with various sects and gangs. The relationships were complicated, the undercurrents were surging, and the social form was confusing. It was known to be difficult to manage, which has discouraged many scholars. Mr. Dai Xuanzhi, a famous Taiwanese scholar, has devoted his life to the study of gangs in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. He has achieved many significant results and has been highly praised by academic circles at home and abroad. His works are indispensable must-read books in this research field.