Han Dynasty Agriculture (The Origin and Characteristics of China's Agricultural Economy)

Author: Xu Zhuo
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Features: This book primarily discusses the process and characteristics of Chinese agriculture transitioning to a market economy during the Han Dynasty. Since the Han Dynasty established this foundation, Chinese agriculture over the past two thousand years, despite fluctuations and changes, has consistently returned to a market economy structure through various shifts. Author Xu Zhuoyun argues that modern Chinese industrial and commercial development follows the path of Western-style market economy, yet neglects the "three rural sectors" (agriculture, rural areas, and farmers). To address the "three rural sectors" issue, solutions should still be sought in the characteristics of traditional Chinese agricultural economy. The book consists of two parts. The first part analyzes Han Dynasty agriculture: government measures to address population and land issues, land becoming a sought-after asset, farmers' livelihoods, agricultural resources, farming methods and techniques, and alternatives to farming. The second part primarily compiles relevant literature on Han Dynasty agriculture, accompanied by academic annotations, related maps, data, and various tables, along with a detailed bibliography and index. Agriculture in the Han Dynasty may be a scholarly work, but it is fundamentally a book that cares for the people. The entire book is filled with the author's deep respect for Chinese farmers, while the academic exploration of the distant Han Dynasty agriculture reflects the author's pure heart and commitment to the world.