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Title: The Civilization of China

Note: Reading ease score: 49.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by John Bickers; Dagny and David Widger

Summary: "The Civilization of China" by Herbert A. Giles is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book aims to provide an overview of Chinese civilization from ancient times through a period of rapid modernization. It discusses various aspects of Chinese society, culture, geography, and history, aiming to enlighten readers who are unfamiliar with the subject. At the start of the work, the author sets the stage by defining the geographical scope of "China," focusing on the "Eighteen Provinces" or China Proper. Giles discusses the diverse climates and landscapes across different regions, illustrating how geography influences local customs, agriculture, and trade practices. He delves into the population dynamics, the dialectical variations within the Chinese language, and the complex relationships among provinces. The introductory portion also touches on the historical foundations of Chinese civilization, leading into the exploration of significant societal elements such as family names, governance, and the written language, thereby providing a broad context for understanding the evolution of China across centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Giles, Herbert Allen, 1845-1935

EBook No.: 2076

Published: Mar 26, 2006

Downloads: 154

Language: English

Subject: China -- History

Subject: China -- Civilization

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-10T04:51:35Z The Civilization of China

This edition has images.

Title: The Civilization of China

Note: Reading ease score: 49.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by John Bickers; Dagny and David Widger

Summary: "The Civilization of China" by Herbert A. Giles is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book aims to provide an overview of Chinese civilization from ancient times through a period of rapid modernization. It discusses various aspects of Chinese society, culture, geography, and history, aiming to enlighten readers who are unfamiliar with the subject. At the start of the work, the author sets the stage by defining the geographical scope of "China," focusing on the "Eighteen Provinces" or China Proper. Giles discusses the diverse climates and landscapes across different regions, illustrating how geography influences local customs, agriculture, and trade practices. He delves into the population dynamics, the dialectical variations within the Chinese language, and the complex relationships among provinces. The introductory portion also touches on the historical foundations of Chinese civilization, leading into the exploration of significant societal elements such as family names, governance, and the written language, thereby providing a broad context for understanding the evolution of China across centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Giles, Herbert Allen, 1845-1935

EBook No.: 2076

Published: Mar 26, 2006

Downloads: 154

Language: English

Subject: China -- History

Subject: China -- Civilization

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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