A Comprehensive History of Chinese Customs--Volume of the Yuan Dynasty

Author: Chen Gaohua, Shi Weimin
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Publishing Date: 2001-11-01
Features: A grand historical narrative tracing the continuous life of the Chinese nation, and a vast scroll depicting the profound origins and long-standing traditions of Chinese customs. The connotation of customs is extremely broad, encompassing various aspects of material and spiritual life. Traditional research works on the subject have often varied in scope. After numerous discussions, we have strived for innovation while carefully absorbing the achievements of previous scholars. Based on both content and form, we have divided customs into major categories such as diet, clothing, housing, transportation, marriage, funerals, birthdays, health care, social interactions, economic production, entertainment, and religious beliefs. We have also made efforts to explore the basic characteristics and evolutionary patterns of customs in each era.
This book is divided into twelve volumes by historical period: Primitive Society, Xia and Shang Dynasties, Western Zhou and Eastern Zhou Dynasties, Qin and Han Dynasties, Northern and Southern Dynasties, Sui and Five Dynasties, Song, Liao, Jin, Western Xia, Yuan, Ming, Qing, and the Republic of China. It aims to comprehensively and systematically reflect the historical trajectory of Chinese customs. Regarding the chapter structure of each volume, guided by the principle of "seeking common ground while preserving minor differences," we strive to reflect the characteristics of customs in each era.
After years of arduous effort, the wisdom and dedication of numerous Chinese historians have culminated in the publication of this monumental work, A Comprehensive History of Chinese Customs, which traces the origins and inheritance of Chinese customs. This book is grand in scale, divided into twelve volumes based on historical periods: Primitive Society, Xia and Shang Dynasties, Western Zhou and Eastern Zhou Dynasties, Qin and Han Dynasties, Northern and Southern Dynasties, Sui and Five Dynasties, Song, Liao, Jin, Western Xia, Yuan, Ming, Qing, and the Republic of China. It aims to comprehensively, deeply, and systematically reflect the characteristics of customs in each era, while also showcasing the differences in customs across different periods and regions. It delves into and discusses key topics and examples that reflect the social customs and lifestyles of each historical period, providing an interpretation and perspective on Chinese history from the perspective of customs.
A Comprehensive History of Chinese Customs uses detailed archaeological and literary sources, vivid narratives, and accurate descriptions to meticulously reveal and examine various aspects of ancient Chinese social life and customs. While engaging in rational discussions, it also incorporates a wealth of (emotional historical materials), employing appropriate literary notes, classical novels, and poetry as examples. The characters and scenes range from emperors to commoners, from imperial courts to the (folk), giving the book a lively and accessible tone amidst a serious academic atmosphere, vividly reflecting the history of real-life Chinese people.