Children in the Qin and Han Dynasties by Zijin Wang - 9781041107637

Children in the Qin and Han DynastiesAuthor(s): Zijin Wang\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781041107637, 978-1041107637\nSynopsis\nThis monumental three-volume work provides a meticulous examination of children's experiences, status and roles across social classes during the Qin and Han dynasties, revolutionising our understanding of ancient Chinese society.\n\nThe book takes three innovative approaches: it pioneers a child-centred perspective that challenges traditional adult-centred historical narratives, combines classical texts with archaeological evidence, and employs a comprehensive interdisciplinary methodology. Through detailed analysis, it explores children's health, education, play, work and emotional lives, while illuminating wider social structures and cultural patterns. The first volume examines birth, health, play and education. investigates children's social experiences and conditions. The third volume explores the mu.