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Why China did not have a Renaissance and why that matters
An interdisciplinary Dialogue
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The book explores the notions of historical progress and decline, emphasizing that while these concepts may appear universal, they are deeply influenced by specific social and cultural contexts. It examines various civilizations' periodization schemes, illustrating how these frameworks reflect inherent biases and unique perspectives on historical movement. Through this analysis, the work sheds light on the complexities of interpreting history across different cultures.
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Why China did not have a Renaissance and why that matters, Thomas Maissen, Barbara Mittler
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Why China did not have a Renaissance and why that matters
- Subtitle
- An interdisciplinary Dialogue
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Thomas Maissen, Barbara Mittler
- Publisher
- De Gruyter Oldenbourg
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 260
- ISBN13
- 9783110710069
- Category
- World history
- Description
- The book explores the notions of historical progress and decline, emphasizing that while these concepts may appear universal, they are deeply influenced by specific social and cultural contexts. It examines various civilizations' periodization schemes, illustrating how these frameworks reflect inherent biases and unique perspectives on historical movement. Through this analysis, the work sheds light on the complexities of interpreting history across different cultures.