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Qianfu Lun

Qianfu Lun (Comments of a Recluse), a political work by East Han philosopher Wang Fu. It consists of 35 chapters across 10 volumes criticizing contemporary corruption, superstition, and highlighting social issues. The name reflects Wang Fu's choice to live in seclusion rather than seek fame.

潜 (literal) → 潜/潛 · qián · hidden 夫 (literal) → 夫 · fū · man 论 (literal) → 论/論 · lùn · treatise

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