Intended for general interest readers, this one - volume book provides a basic, introductory guide to Chinese civilization, including history, philosophy, culture, and society. Chapters include: Geography, prehistory and mythology; ethnic minorities, feudal states, origins of language, philosophy and moral culture, traditional religious beliefs, family life, food and diet, art and literature, Chinese aesthetics, science and technology, and discoveries and inventions. A Reader on China opens the door to future study on one of the world's most ancient civilizations.
