China Through the Dynasties
Publisher:
Cengage Learning
Publication:
1/2010
Languages:
English, Chinese
Binding:
Paperback
ISBN/SKU:
9789814246675
Pages:
342
Sizes:
246 x 188mm
Weight:
1.0000
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China through the Dynasties provides a quick introduction to Chinese history in a simple and engaging manner. Through the use of a conversational style of writing, and a generous spread of beautiful photographs and illustrations, readers will find this an enjoyable read.
In this book, Chinese history is presented in a chronological order, starting with the earliest human activities in China and concluding with the end of the Qing dynasty. Most chapters are divided into three sections: The Dynastic Cycle, Social Development and Cultural Advancement. The Dynastic Cycle section outlines the key historical events of that period. The Social Development section summarizes the political and economic development of Chinese society in that particular period. The Cultural Advancement section introduces each period’s cultural development and achievements. Through this structured approach, readers are given a broad and balanced view of each dynasty.
An English summary provided at the beginning of each chapter gives readers a quick overview and highlights the key points for that chapter. Hanyu pinyin and English definitions are provided for difficult words.
While China through the Dynasties is primarily planned as an intermediate/advanced Chinese language course material or as extra curriculum reading material, it can also be a good read for the layman looking for an easier way to digest Chinese history.
In this book, Chinese history is presented in a chronological order, starting with the earliest human activities in China and concluding with the end of the Qing dynasty. Most chapters are divided into three sections: The Dynastic Cycle, Social Development and Cultural Advancement. The Dynastic Cycle section outlines the key historical events of that period. The Social Development section summarizes the political and economic development of Chinese society in that particular period. The Cultural Advancement section introduces each period’s cultural development and achievements. Through this structured approach, readers are given a broad and balanced view of each dynasty.
An English summary provided at the beginning of each chapter gives readers a quick overview and highlights the key points for that chapter. Hanyu pinyin and English definitions are provided for difficult words.
While China through the Dynasties is primarily planned as an intermediate/advanced Chinese language course material or as extra curriculum reading material, it can also be a good read for the layman looking for an easier way to digest Chinese history.
Preface
Chapter 1 An Introduction to China, Its People and Its Culture
Chapter 2 Prehistoric China: The Beginnings of Chinese Civilization
Chapter 3 The Xia and Shang Dynasties: The Rise of Chinese Civilizations
Chapter 4 The Zhou Dynasty: The Cornerstone of Chinese Civilization
Chapter 5 The Pre-Qin Period: The Philosopher Boom
Chapter 6 The Qin Dynasty: A Costly Civilization
Chapter 7 The Han Dynasty: A Prosperous Feudal Society
Chapter 8 The Three Kingdoms and The Jin, Northern and Southern Dynasties
Chapter 9 The Sui and Tang Dynasties: The Golden Age of China
Chapter 10 The Song and Yuan Dynasties: Ages of Turbulence
Chapter 11 The Ming Dynasty: A Glorious Empire
Chapter 12 The Qing Dynasty: Twilight Years
Appendices
- Map of China
- A Brief Chronology of Chinese History
- Index
- References
Chapter 1 An Introduction to China, Its People and Its Culture
Chapter 2 Prehistoric China: The Beginnings of Chinese Civilization
Chapter 3 The Xia and Shang Dynasties: The Rise of Chinese Civilizations
Chapter 4 The Zhou Dynasty: The Cornerstone of Chinese Civilization
Chapter 5 The Pre-Qin Period: The Philosopher Boom
Chapter 6 The Qin Dynasty: A Costly Civilization
Chapter 7 The Han Dynasty: A Prosperous Feudal Society
Chapter 8 The Three Kingdoms and The Jin, Northern and Southern Dynasties
Chapter 9 The Sui and Tang Dynasties: The Golden Age of China
Chapter 10 The Song and Yuan Dynasties: Ages of Turbulence
Chapter 11 The Ming Dynasty: A Glorious Empire
Chapter 12 The Qing Dynasty: Twilight Years
Appendices
- Map of China
- A Brief Chronology of Chinese History
- Index
- References
If you are looking for an interesting and useful reader in Chinese, this book about Chinese history for intermediate/advanced learners may interest you. Coming with beautiful photos and illustrations, the Chinese text is written in a conversational style and accompanied by vocabulary in English in the margin. All what you must know about Chinese History and classical society is in it!