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The book offers a thought-provoking exploration of Chinese civilization through its ancient totems, questioning whether the lion, dragon, or phoenix best represents the culture. Utilizing a mythological lens, it examines the origins of these symbols by employing the quadruple evidence method, which combines ancient texts, oral histories, and archaeological findings. This multifaceted approach provides a deeper understanding of the significance of these totems in the context of Chinese heritage.
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A Mythological Approach to Exploring the Origins of Chinese Civilization, Shuxian Ye
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- 2023
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Shuxian Ye
- Publisher
- Springer Nature Singapore
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 528
- ISBN13
- 9789811930980
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- The book offers a thought-provoking exploration of Chinese civilization through its ancient totems, questioning whether the lion, dragon, or phoenix best represents the culture. Utilizing a mythological lens, it examines the origins of these symbols by employing the quadruple evidence method, which combines ancient texts, oral histories, and archaeological findings. This multifaceted approach provides a deeper understanding of the significance of these totems in the context of Chinese heritage.