About Wei Shou
Lived 506 – 572 (aged 65–66). Wei Shou was a Chinese writer and historian.
Wei Shou (506–572 ), courtesy name Boqi (伯起), was a Chinese author born in Quyang County in Julu Commandery (today Xingtai, Hebei) who served under the Northern Qi dynasty. He wrote the Book of Wei, composed in 554, an important Chinese historical text.
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Who was Wei Shou?
Chinese historian and author (506–572)
When was Wei Shou born?
Wei Shou was born in 506 in Xingtai.
When did Wei Shou die?
Wei Shou died in 572.
What was Wei Shou's occupation?
Wei Shou was a writer and historian.
What nationality was Wei Shou?
Wei Shou was Chinese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Wei Shou. https://biography.guide/wei-shou/
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