On Sima Qian's Cultural Characteristics

Records of the Historian, the main works of Sima Qian, can represent the cultural characteristics of Sima Qian. Sima Qian pays great attention to the values of the characters and to the degree of values achieved. His cultural characteristics not only have the positive attitude that all the historians have and the historical mission, but also have clear romantic sentiment, gaudy consciousness of equality, strong heroism, tragic brand and revengeful feelings. The cultural characteristics are influenced by the spirit of the times, Confucianism and QiChu culture, also influenced by his family and his personal experiences.