Research on the History and Culture of Ancient Southeast Asia

Author: Liang Zhiming
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: "The Collection of Eastern Culture" was advocated by Professor Ji Xianlin and organized by the editorial committee jointly established by the China Society of Eastern Cultural Research and the Institute of Oriental Studies, Peking University. This is a global cultural project aimed at the revival and renewed glory of Eastern culture in the 21st century. This book is a monograph on the historical and cultural research of ancient Southeast Asia, systematically discussing important issues related to the historical and cultural development of the Southeast Asian region from ancient times to the early 19th century. It includes both general discussions on research perspectives, historical periods, social characteristics, and developmental processes, as well as specialized analyses or case studies on the history, culture, ethnic groups, religions, and state relations of ancient Southeast Asian countries. Compiled by experts in Southeast Asian studies from China, this specialized work builds on existing research achievements in academia both domestically and internationally, and utilizing rich materials in both Chinese and foreign languages. It presents the authors' personal insights, some of which offer novel perspectives. This book is a monograph on the historical and cultural research of ancient Southeast Asia, systematically discussing important issues related to the historical and cultural development of the Southeast Asian region from ancient times to the early 19th century.