Introduction to the History of Chinese Culture (Revised Edition)

Author: Qian Mu
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Publish Date: 1994-06-01
Features: This book was written during the War of Resistance against Japan. It is the first systematic exposition of Qian Mu's views on Chinese culture after his "Outline of Chinese History," and also one of his most important academic works in his lifetime. The book provides an introduction to the cultural history section of general history. Therefore, this book should be read together with "Outline of Chinese History" to fully understand the author's main ideas. Although the book primarily focuses on China, it also discusses the similarities and differences between Chinese and Western cultures. Qian Mou has written extensively on the issue of Chinese and Western cultures, and his main arguments generally do not deviate from the key framework presented in this book.