The compilation of the "Siku Quanshu" started with the "Siku Quanshu Zongmu Tiyao." Fully compiled in 1773, editing would begin shortly, with the first workable drafts being completed in 1781.This would include bibliographic explanation of all the works fully included in the final "Siku Quanshu," as well as a large number of works that are included in title only. The "Siku Quanshu" contains 4 series: Confucian Classic which contains important works of Confucius, Belles-Lettres which contain literary works ranging from personal letters to poetry or writing meant for the masses, and finally Historiography and Masters which houses works from scholar and the content can range from scientific works and military works.