Royal Collins Announces French Translations of Two Landmark Works on Chinese History and Civilization

Montreal, Canada – August 2025

Royal Collins Publishing Group is honored to present the forthcoming French editions of two landmark scholarly works, set to enrich Francophone academic resources and cultural understanding:

  • Histoire générale de la Chine (Nouvelle Édition, Tome 1 & Tome 2)
  • Histoire concise de la civilisation chinoise (Tome 1 & Tome 2)

Both works are produced under the direction of the prestigious Institute of Historical Research of China.

National-Level Significance and Global Engagement

These titles are recognized as flagship outputs of China’s initiative to construct a modern national historiographical system. Among major works tied to the “Civilizational Study and National Soft Power” program of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, they highlight the nation’s effort to advance global cultural dialogue.

At the 30th Beijing International Book Fair (June 2024), they were showcased as part of China’s multi-language rights strategy, underscoring state-level support and international visibility.

Scholarly Value

  • Histoire générale de la Chine offers a comprehensive framework of China’s history, spanning political, economic, cultural, and ethnic transformations across millennia.
  • Histoire concise de la civilisation chinoise highlights the evolution of thought, spiritual culture, and civilizational continuity, offering insights into China’s global interactions and philosophical heritage.

Translation & Editorial Excellence

Royal Collins has assembled a distinguished team:

Cao Shuai– PhD in French Literature and History; expert in French cultural history and media.

Tian Meng – Specialist in diplomacy and cultural translation.

Xu Man – Intercultural communication expert; translator of key Classic China series.

Agnès Belotel-Grenié (Editor) – French sinologist and veteran translator; language expert at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.

Prof. Jin Junhua (Review Expert) – Authority in Sino-Western cultural exchange and French-language pedagogy.

Why This Matters

  • First-time availability of these academically rigorous Chinese works in French.
  • Highlights China’s commitment to cultural exchange and soft power.
  • Bridges Chinese scholarship with Francophone academia, libraries, and cultural institutions.

Availability

The French editions are currently in editorial preparation with Royal Collins and are scheduled for release through the Group’s global distribution network.

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