Family Name 100 Questions

Author: Wanyan Shaoyuan
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Publish Date: 2002-04-01
Features: China is one of the earliest countries to adopt the surname system. The rich and diverse surname culture is not only the basic structure that supports national cohesion but also a unique perspective for understanding the profound traditions of Chinese civilization. This book adopts a question-and-answer format, breaking down the content into nearly one hundred specific, interesting, and interconnected questions. It comprehensively explores various aspects such as the origins and original forms of surnames, the sources and specific classifications of surnames, the evolution and underlying patterns of surnames, and the spread and basic trends of surnames, all conducted in an in-depth manner.