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This book outlines the main process of Chinese history and social evolution and clarifies the rules of Chinese historical development and characteristics of Chinese civilization. It aims to provide an authoritative reference for history researchers. It covers Chinese history from the origin of Chinese civilization to contemporary China. The book is divided into chapters and narrates major historical events in the dynasties, presenting objective Chinese history in terms of politics, economy, culture and nation. It features the distinctive traits of social development stages to clarify the deep foundation of spiritual values and historical culture of the Chinese nation. With national unity and social development as the main line, this book focuses on the key changes and turning points of Chinese history, highlights historical mainstream, achievements and trends to show how ancient China developed into contemporary China. It shows current academic achievements and the latest research results of Chinese history.
List of contents
Prehistoric Age.- Xia and Shang Dynasties.- Periods of Western Zhou Spring and Autumn and Warring States.- The United Period of Qin and Han Dynasties.- Wei-Jin South and North Dynasties.
About the author
Chinese Academy of History (CAH) is the first national-level institution of historical research in the People’s Republic of China. CAH was established on January 3, 2019, and received a congratulatory letter from Chinese President Xi Jinping. CAH is committed to constructing an interdisciplinary hub for historical sciences, integrating resources and expertise to implement major research projects, and guiding historical research nationwide. It also aims to become a comprehensive national research center for Chinese history, a global hub for academic exchange in Chinese historical studies, and the world’s most authoritative and influential institution in the field. Through these efforts, CAH contributes the wisdom and expertise of Chinese historiography to the realization of the Chinese Dream of the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
Summary
This book outlines the main process of Chinese history and social evolution and clarifies the rules of Chinese historical development and characteristics of Chinese civilization. It aims to provide an authoritative reference for history researchers. It covers Chinese history from the origin of Chinese civilization to contemporary China. The book is divided into chapters and narrates major historical events in the dynasties, presenting objective Chinese history in terms of politics, economy, culture and nation. It features the distinctive traits of social development stages to clarify the deep foundation of spiritual values and historical culture of the Chinese nation. With national unity and social development as the main line, this book focuses on the key changes and turning points of Chinese history, highlights historical mainstream, achievements and trends to show how ancient China developed into contemporary China. It shows current academic achievements and the latest research results of Chinese history.
