Civilization's Journey (Volume 1, Volume 2)

Author: Gao Qi
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This set is divided into two volumes.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Look, what is that?
Preface
Part 1: Before the Universe
Prehistory of Humanity
The Dawn of Civilization
Chapter 1: By the Nile
Chapter 2: The Light of Western Asia
Chapter 3: The Song of Hebra
Chapter 4: The Glory of Ancient India
Chapter 5: The Dragon Emerges
Chapter 6: Enter the Indians
Part 2: Classical Prosperity
Chapter 7: Footprints of Ancient Greece
Chapter 8: All Must Speak of Greece
Chapter 9: The Great Conquests
Chapter 10: All Roads Lead to Rome
Chapter 11: The Rise of Christianity
Part 3: The Dragon Soars East
Chapter 12: The Scenery of Spring and Autumn
Chapter 13: A Hundred Flowers in Bloom
Chapter 14: The Atmosphere of Qin and Han
Chapter 15: The Style of Wei and Jin
Part 4: Sacred Worship
Chapter 16: Under the Cross
Chapter 17: The Rise of Islam
Chapter 18: On the Lotus Throne
Part 5: The Dragon and the Phoenix
Chapter 19: The Charm of Sui and Tang
Chapter 20: The Culture of the Two Song Dynasties
Part 6: Global Connectivity
Chapter 21: Continental Conquests
Chapter 22: The New Maritime Routes
Part 7: New Horizons
Chapter 23: The Renaissance
Chapter 24: The Religious Reformation
Chapter 25: Mutual Influence Between East and West
Chapter 26: The Emerging Arts
Part 8: Great Historical Turning Points
Chapter 27: Waves of Revolution
Chapter 28: British Academic Insights
Chapter 29: The French Storm
Part 9: Social Innovations
Chapter 30: The Age of the Industrial Revolution
Chapter 31: A New Dawn
Chapter 32: The Torrent of Reform
Chapter 33: The International Anthem
Part 10: The Muse’s Affection
Chapter 34: From Classic to Romantic
Chapter 35: The Journey of Realism
Chapter 36: Lines and Colors
Chapter 37: Rhythm and Melody
Part 11: Modern Science and Technology
Chapter 38: The Great Discoveries
Chapter 39: The Great Inventions
Part 12: Order Amidst Turmoil
Chapter 40: Century Winds
Chapter 41: Cultural Variations
Chapter 42: The Great War’s Impact
Chapter 43: The Confluence of Events
Part 13: Civilization Tested
Chapter 44: Crisis and Solutions
Chapter 45: Competition and Decisions
Chapter 46: Power and Structure
Part 14: Modern Art Gallery
Chapter 47: New Expansions in Realism
Chapter 48: Modernism in Literature
Chapter 49: New Art
Chapter 50: The New Synthesis of Arts
Part 15: Modern Science at Large
Chapter 51: The Scientific Revolution
Chapter 52: The Technological Revolution
Postscript
This book tells the story of human civilization. It begins at the zero point of the universe, following the arrow of time, sweeping across vast spaces, as humans and apes part ways, before focusing on the grand tapestry of human civilization. In its encyclopedic narration, it weaves together famous figures, events, objects, schools, theories, principles, laws, works, poems, writings, plays, paintings, melodies, films, songs, even quotes, emotions, attitudes, and curses, organically blending them according to the intrinsic rhythm and melody of history. It offers both a macro overview and detailed close-ups, like a masterful brushstroke in ink, with interconnectedness, dynamic movements, layered revelations, and endless charm. The grandeur of human civilization, the yearnings of the human heart—its rich and beautiful scenery unfold before the reader, pleasing to the eye and delightful to the mind. Closing the book, one is filled with inspiration and profound insights.