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100	1		_aGiles, Herbert Allen, _d1845-1935
245	1	4	_aThe Civilization of China
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2006-03-26
508			_aProduced by John Bickers; Dagny and David Widger
520			_a"The Civilization of China" by Herbert A. Giles is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book aims to provide an overview of Chinese civilization from ancient times through a period of rapid modernization. It discusses various aspects of Chinese society, culture, geography, and history, aiming to enlighten readers who are unfamiliar with the subject. At the start of the work, the author sets the stage by defining the geographical scope of "China," focusing on the "Eighteen Provinces" or China Proper. Giles discusses the diverse climates and landscapes across different regions, illustrating how geography influences local customs, agriculture, and trade practices. He delves into the population dynamics, the dialectical variations within the Chinese language, and the complex relationships among provinces. The introductory portion also touches on the historical foundations of Chinese civilization, leading into the exploration of significant societal elements such as family names, governance, and the written language, thereby providing a broad context for understanding the evolution of China across centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aChina -- History
653			_aChina -- Civilization
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2076
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