Mao Surname History

Author: Shen Qixin
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Publish Date: 2002-08-01
Features: Surnames are the dawn of civilization, the mark of bloodline, the bond of marriage, the beginning of clans, and the foundation of nations. The earliest ethnic group to have surnames is the Chinese nation. The common ancestors of the Chinese nation are the Yellow Emperor and the Flame Emperor. The descendants of the Flame Emperor have branched out into over 12,000 surnames. They have spread across regions and borders, even integrating with other ethnic groups to form new nations. The Chinese nation has made significant contributions to the development of human civilization and is one of the oldest and most outstanding ethnic groups in the world. This book vividly and accurately introduces the history of the Hu surname from ancient times to the present. The content covers the origins, distribution, notable events, culture, famous figures, and scenic spots of the Hu surname. Over the two thousand years since the Hu surname came into being, many stories of rise and fall have been passed down through the ages, and numerous admirable figures have emerged, making the Hu surname one of the most influential surnames in Chinese history.