Tang Dynasty foreign civilization

Author: Shefer
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Publish Date: 2005-12-01
Features: The Foreign Civilization of the Tang was originally titled The Golden Peaches of Samarkand: A Study of the Introduction of Western Goods into Tang China. It is a classic in Western Sinology and considered a must-read for Western scholars studying ancient Chinese society and culture. This book selects the Tang Dynasty, one of the most proudest dynasties in Chinese history, as its research subject, providing a detailed study of the world cultural exchange and civilization introduction during that time. The content covers all aspects of Tang Dynasty life, including domestic animals, wild animals, birds, plants, wood, food, spices, medicines, textiles, dyes, minerals, metal products, secular objects, religious objects, books, and more, totaling over 70 categories. It encompasses almost everything needed for daily life. This book not only vividly portrays the social culture and material life of the Tang Dynasty, offering invaluable references for understanding the social and cultural history of the Tang, but it is also a must-read for those interested in the history of Chinese civilization and cultural exchange. This book is a classic in Western Sinology. The entire work focuses on the Tang Dynasty as its research subject, providing a detailed study of the world cultural exchange and civilization introduction during that time. The content covers all aspects of Tang Dynasty life, including domestic animals, wild animals, food, religious objects, etc., totaling over 180 categories, showcasing the social culture and material life of the Tang Dynasty.