Everyday life in early imperial China : during the Han period, 202 BC-AD 220

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Everyday life in early imperial China : during the Han period, 202 BC-AD 220

Michael Loewe ; drawings by Eva Wilson

Hackett Publishing, 2005

1st ed

  • : hbk.
  • : pbk. : alk. paper

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Early imperial China

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Originally published: London : Batsford, 1968

Includes bibliographical references (p. 200-202) and index

Contents of Works

  • The historical and geographical context
  • The emperor and his government
  • The officials
  • Social distinctions and occupations
  • The force of government
  • The army
  • The art and practice of writing
  • Literature and the intellect
  • Religion and the occult powers
  • The capital city of Ch'ang-an
  • Life in the cities
  • Trade and communications
  • The countryman and his work
  • Craftsmanship
  • Industry and technology

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