Philosophy of History and Literary Features of The History of Southern Tang by Lu You

The History of Southern Tang is Lu You's only historical work survived. It revealed the unusual historical mastering of Lu You, winning high appraisal from the later scholars. Besides, The History of Southern Tang is also a part of Lu You's prose writing. Its proficiency in both literature and history, undoubtedly benefits from Lu You's identity that both as a writer and historian. The literary achievement of The History of Southern Tang mainly reflected the striking contrast between loyalty, evil and comments of a down-to earth analyses on figures of historic importance. In this regard, previous studies lack due attentions. From the perspective of the fusion between literature and history to study the historical ideas and literary features, many achievements can present themselves.