Ancient mythology and ethnicity

Author: Ding Shan
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: This book is a collection of essays by Ding Shan (who passed away on January 18, 1952). It provides detailed research on important issues in ancient Chinese history, such as the relocation of capitals during the Three Dynasties, the history of the Shang Dynasty, the origins of the patriarchal system, the flood control efforts of Yu the Great, the deeds of Emperor Yan, Shennong, and the geographical layout of the Nine Provinces. Many of the arguments presented in the book were groundbreaking at the time and remain highly valuable for the study of ancient history, particularly in the fields of mythology and the history of cultural exchanges between China and the world, even today.