History of Xia and Shang Social Life

Author: Song Zhenhao
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Publishing Date: 2005-10-01
Features: This book is part of the series "History of Ancient Chinese Social Life," a key research project of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and the Institute of History at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. Based on the latest advances in documentary research, ancient script studies, and archaeological discoveries, it provides an in-depth and systematic examination of all aspects of social life during the Xia and Shang periods. The content covers the environment, housing, settlements, population, marriage, transportation, diet, clothing, healthcare, and religious beliefs, among others. The historical materials are rich and detailed, the perspective is broad, the themes are diverse, the methods are cautious, and the insights are novel. It is a scholarly work of high academic value.