Wang Guiyuan
A Study of Chinese Characters and Excavated Documents in China
A Study of Chinese Characters and Excavated Documents in China
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This two-volume set is a comprehensive collection of the author's scholarly articles on Chinese ancient characters and unearthed literature, exploring the evolution, composition system, and methodology of ancient characters studies. It also reinterprets newly excavated manuscripts from the Warring States period to the Qin and Han dynasties, appealing to students and scholars of sinology, Chinese philology, paleography, and Chinese characters and unearthed manuscripts.
Format: Multiple-component retail product
Length: 20 pages
Publication date: 22 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
This comprehensive two-volume set presents a meticulously curated collection of the author's scholarly articles on Chinese ancient characters and unearthed literature. The first volume delves into the intricate evolution of Chinese characters, offering a comprehensive analysis of the composition system and its transformative journey. It explores the driving forces and mechanisms behind this evolution, as well as the methodological approaches employed in ancient character studies. Additionally, the first volume presents a novel perspective on the significance of Shuowen Jiezi, a pivotal work in the field of Chinese paleography.
The second volume of the set takes a closer look at the examination of manuscripts unearthed from archaeological discoveries. These manuscripts encompass a wide range of materials, including silk books and bamboo slips discovered in ancient tombs dating back to the Warring States period and the Qin and Han dynasties, as well as Turfan manuscripts. Through meticulous textual analysis of these newly excavated documents, the author reinterprets the texts and resolves some complex issues in Chinese paleography.
The set is an invaluable resource for students and scholars engaged in the study of sinology, Chinese philology, paleography, Chinese characters, and unearthed manuscripts. It offers a deep and comprehensive exploration of these subjects, providing a wealth of insights and knowledge that will enhance the understanding and appreciation of Chinese cultural heritage.
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032612324
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