Studies In Early Chinese Culture: First Series - Hardcover

""Studies in Early Chinese Culture: First Series"" is a comprehensive book by Herrlee Glessner Creel that delves into the cultural, philosophical, and historical aspects of ancient China. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different topic related to early Chinese culture. The first chapter provides an overview of the early Chinese civilization, including its geography, social structure, and political system. The second chapter explores the concept of the Mandate of Heaven, which was a central idea in ancient Chinese political philosophy. The third chapter looks at the role of divination in Chinese culture, while the fourth chapter examines the development of Chinese writing and literature. The fifth chapter focuses on the emergence of Confucianism, one of the most influential philosophical systems in Chinese history. The sixth chapter discusses the Taoist tradition, which emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with nature. The final chapter explores the impact of Buddhism on Chinese culture, particularly during the Tang dynasty. Overall, ""Studies in Early Chinese Culture: First Series"" provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the rich and complex culture of ancient China. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Chinese history, philosophy, and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.