The Compilation of General Genealogy of Local Families and Its Significance in Huizhou Area during the Ming and Qing Dynasties

Starting from the individual life history of the participants, combined with the specific situation of family development, local society and national history, this paper reveals the methods, processes and details of the compilation of the general genealogy, which is conducive to a better understanding of the internal driving force and social mechanism of the compilation of the general genealogy in different times.