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Art, Myth, And Ritual: The Path To Political Authority In Ancient China,New
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A Leading Scholar In The United States On Chinese Archaeology Challenges Longstanding Conceptions Of The Rise Of Political Authority In Ancient China. Questioning Marxs Concept Of An Asiatic Mode Of Production, Wittfogels Hydraulic Hypothesis, And Culturalmaterialist Theories On The Importance Of Technology, K. C. Chang Builds An Impressive Counterargument, One Which Ranges Widely From Recent Archaeological Discoveries To Studies Of Mythology, Ancient Chinese Poetry, And The Iconography Of Shang Food Vessels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Art, Myth, and Ritual' by K. C. Chang? A: The book examines the rise of political authority in ancient China, challenging traditional theories and providing a counterargument based on archaeological findings and studies of mythology and ancient Chinese poetry.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Art, Myth, and Ritual'? A: The author is K. C. Chang, a leading scholar in Chinese archaeology.
- Q: When was 'Art, Myth, and Ritual' published? A: The book was published on October 15, 1983.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Art, Myth, and Ritual' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item condition is new, ensuring that it is in good quality for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'Art, Myth, and Ritual' have? A: The book contains 160 pages.
- Q: Is there any special edition of this book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Art, Myth, and Ritual'.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under China, focusing on its archaeological and political history.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Art, Myth, and Ritual'? A: The book explores themes of political authority, mythology, and cultural interpretations in ancient China.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, 'Art, Myth, and Ritual' is suitable for academic study, particularly in courses related to archaeology, history, and political theory.