Liu Xiaoyi
Clothing, Food, and Travel: Ming Material Culture as Reflected in Xingshi Yinyuan Zhuan
Clothing, Food, and Travel: Ming Material Culture as Reflected in Xingshi Yinyuan Zhuan
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This book explores the material and cultural history of the Ming Dynasty through the Chinese magnum opus Xingshi Yinyuan Zhuan, shedding light on clothing, food, travel, folk customs, legal and religious practices, and the status of women. It aims to enrich Western scholarship on Ming material culture and is valuable for students and scholars of East Asian Studies, Chinese literature, and history of material culture.
Format: Hardback
Length: 206 pages
Publication date: 15 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
This captivating book delves into the rich tapestry of the Ming Dynasty, shedding light on its material and cultural heritage through the lens of the Chinese masterpiece Xingshi Yinyuan Zhuan, penned under the pseudonym of the seventeenth-century writer Xizhou Sheng. The novel intricately weaves its narrative, showcasing the characters' personalities and the events it portrays, revealing essential insights into Ming material life. By offering a literary snapshot of the Ming material culture as reflected in Xingshi Yinyuan Zhuan, this work embarks on an exploration of the practices and customs that shaped the livelihoods of the people, known as yishizhuxing in Chinese. While delving into economic dimensions and examining the profound impact of Ming politics on the ethos and social economy of the period, it also sheds valuable light on folk customs, legal and religious practices, and the status of women, among other critical aspects.
With the aim of enriching the existing Western scholarship on Ming material culture, this work endeavors to provide a comprehensive and insightful perspective. It will be of immense value to students and scholars of East Asian Studies, Chinese literature, and those with a deep interest in the history of material culture in general. By delving into the intricacies of the Ming Dynasty, this book offers a valuable contribution to our understanding of this remarkable period in Chinese history.
Weight: 550g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032523255
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