European Cultural History (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: (Netherlands) Li Bokeng
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book challenges the traditional "Eurocentric" framework of such works and examines the development of European culture within the context of its interactions with other regions' cultures. It focuses on grasping the relationship between "one" and "many" in European cultural history. After the ancient Greek, Roman, and Holy Roman Empire periods, European history has had no central dynasty or nation since, making it far more complex than China. Within this complexity and diversity, there is also unity, such as the phonetic writing system and the Christian Church. The book includes popular culture, such as the different lifestyles of various social strata and how they spend their leisure time, reflecting the author's broader perspective and deeper understanding of culture.