Smith, Arthur H. 1845-1932 creator text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Village Life in China: A Study in Sociology" by Arthur H. Smith is a sociological examination written in the late 19th century. This work dives into the intricacies of Chinese village life, exploring topics like family structures, social institutions, and cultural practices, aiming to foster a deeper understanding of the Chinese people and their way of life. Smith presents the Chinese village as a microcosm of the broader Chinese society, emphasizing both its unique characteristics and the impact of foreign influences. The opening of the book provides a foreword that reveals the author's extensive experience in China, highlighting his respect and admiration for Chinese culture and the challenges faced by its people. Smith sets the stage for the discussion by raising questions about the daily lives and thoughts of the vast rural population, contrasting it with the common misconceptions of China. He acknowledges the complexity and variety of village life while suggesting that a detailed survey of one village can yield significant insights into the entire country, preparing the reader for a thorough exploration of Chinese villages, their institutions, and the fabric of familial and communal life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-08-22 Produced by Bryan Ness, Sharon Joiner, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) Original publication data not identified China -- Social life and customs Villages DS Original publication data not identified 00000189 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33485 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33485 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133750.0 33485