竹書紀年 by Unknown

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Author Unknown
Title 竹書紀年
Alternate Title Zhu Shu Ji Nian
Credits Produced by Sue Lawrence
Summary "竹書紀年" by Unknown is a historical account written in ancient times, likely during the early centuries of the Common Era. The text is believed to chronicle significant historical events, genealogies, and records of the ruling dynasties in ancient China, specifically focusing on the Xia and Shang dynasties. It serves as a crucial document to understand early Chinese civilization and its rulers. The opening of the text presents a chronicle starting with references to historical figures such as Yu, the founder of the Xia dynasty, and events related to his successors. It discusses the ascension of various rulers and their actions, such as warfare, cultural practices, and the establishment of governmental practices. This portion lays the groundwork for a complex narrative of ancient power dynamics, revealing insights into societal values, lineage, and historical mythology. The richness of references to other historical and literary texts demonstrates its role as both a record and a reflection of the thoughts and beliefs of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Chinese
LoC Class PL: Language and Literatures: Languages and literatures of Eastern Asia, Africa, Oceania
Subject China -- History -- To 221 B.C. -- Chronology
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EBook-No. 24111
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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