Economy and Trade

Chapter 6, “Economy and Trade,” was written by Kang Weimao and Li Xiaoli and translated by Li Jinxin. The chapter gives a comprehensive introduction to agricultural developments and achievements from antiquity to the modern era; the focus then shifts to a presentation of the marvelous creations in...

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Authors: Kang, Weimao (Author) ; Li, Xiaoli (Author)
Format: Print Article
Language:English
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Published: Palgrave Macmillan 2018
In: Understanding Chinese culture
Year: 2018, Pages: 137-160
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Summary:Chapter 6, “Economy and Trade,” was written by Kang Weimao and Li Xiaoli and translated by Li Jinxin. The chapter gives a comprehensive introduction to agricultural developments and achievements from antiquity to the modern era; the focus then shifts to a presentation of the marvelous creations in craft and industry throughout Chinese history. The last section unveils the history of Chinese international trade as represented by the famous Silk Road.
ISBN:9811081611
Contains:Enthalten in: Understanding Chinese culture