An Outline History of China (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Gowen, Herbert H.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1440040079 ISBN 13 : 9781440040078

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Trace the rise and transformation of China, from ancient dynasties to the early reach of Buddhism, with clear, engaging storytelling.

This history surveys key eras and turning points that shaped Chinese civilization. It highlights legendary rulers, great dynasties, and the people who left a lasting cultural legacy, including important figures and moments that connect China to the wider world. Discover how ideas and institutions evolved, from early classics and poetry to the spread of Buddhism and the invention of paper, and how these shifts influenced daily life and long-term outlooks.

• How dynasties rose and fell, and how power shifted across the Chinese empire


• The cultural role of literature, poetry, and the Book of Odes in shaping taste and values


• The introduction and growth of Buddhism in China and its early impact


• Foundational figures and events, including Pan Chao, early scholars, and notable historians

Ideal for readers seeking a concise, accessible overview of China’s early history, its major dynastic changes, and the ideas that helped form a vast and enduring civilization.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

The following computer-generated description may contain errors and does not represent the quality of the book.

The consequence is that, to the best of the writers knowledge, there is no work in English giving the student such a sketch of pre-Manchu times as will enable him to grasp the singular continuity of Chinese political and social life. It is too much for the writer to suppose that he has completely filled the gap, but it is hoped that he has made some such contribution as will bring home to many in our schools and colleges some part of the interest which lies behind the veil. It is impossible here to mention all the sources to which this book is indebted. Most of them will appear from the notes and from the attached bibliography. Special acknowledgment, however, should be made to the writings of Professor Hirth of Columbia, G.Pauthier, Abel Remusat, Chavannes, Legge, Williams, Giles, Mayers, Douglas and D.C.

This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally-enhance the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1440040079
• ISBN 13: 9781440040078
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 236
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