A Comprehensive History of the Chinese Economy: Song Dynasty Economy Volume ()

Author: Qi Xia
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Publish Date: 1999-01-01
Features: During the 300 years of the Northern and Southern Song dynasties, China experienced a highly developed period in its socio-economic and cultural development, marking a milestone in the long journey of feudal society in China. The author examines the entire process of economic development in the Song dynasty and various aspects of socio-economic life. First, the book discusses the significant growth of agriculture and handicrafts, revealing the evolution of the feudal tenancy system over 300 years, as well as the tax and labor systems of the Song feudal state and their impact on socio-economic development. Additionally, it explores the development of commerce, domestic and foreign trade, urban economy, and transportation in the Song dynasty. The book also provides an analysis of the production of tea, salt, alcohol, vinegar, and alum, as well as the feudal state's monopoly system. Furthermore, it elaborates on the status and movement of currency, commercial capital, and usury capital in the Song dynasty. The book also delves into the economic thought of Song society and the historical role of these ideas, ultimately achieving a systematic understanding of the socio-economic development of this historical period.