Bøger af Justus Doolittle

"...This book (in two volumes) reveals to the careful reader many phases of Chinese life and manners which he will admire and commend. But if he should tire with the senseless and useless opinions cherished, and the strange and superstitious customs practiced among all classes of society, let him reflect that for over twenty centuries China has been in bondage to the writings of Confucius and Mencius, and, for nearly the same period, to the religions of Tauism and Buddhism. This fact satisfactorily accounts for many of the absurd, superstitious, and stereotyped opinions and customs prevalent in that empire. Its people need, above all other things, the peculiar influences which the Bible - the great enlightener and enfranchiser - invariably exerts over those who make it their lamp and their law..."

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1876 Edition.

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This Is A New Release Of The Original 1876 Edition.

Two Volumes. With Special But Not Exclusive Reference To Fuhchau.

"...This book (in two volumes) reveals to the careful reader many phases of Chinese life and manners which he will admire and commend. But if he should tire with the senseless and useless opinions cherished, and the strange and superstitious customs practiced among all classes of society, let him reflect that for over twenty centuries China has been in bondage to the writings of Confucius and Mencius, and, for nearly the same period, to the religions of Tauism and Buddhism. This fact satisfactorily accounts for many of the absurd, superstitious, and stereotyped opinions and customs prevalent in that empire. Its people need, above all other things, the peculiar influences which the Bible - the great enlightener and enfranchiser - invariably exerts over those who make it their lamp and their law..."

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Social Life of the Chinese V2 is a comprehensive book written by Justus Doolittle that provides an in-depth exploration of the social and cultural customs of the Chinese people. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Chinese life, including religion, government, education, and business.The author draws on his extensive experience living in China to provide readers with a detailed and insightful look into the daily lives of the Chinese people. He describes everything from the intricacies of Chinese religious practices to the nuances of their educational system, providing readers with a rich and nuanced understanding of Chinese culture.Throughout the book, Doolittle emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical and cultural context of Chinese customs and traditions. He explores the ways in which Chinese society has evolved over time, and how these changes have impacted the social and cultural practices of the Chinese people.Overall, Social Life of the Chinese V2 is an essential read for anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of Chinese culture and society. It is a valuable resource for scholars, educators, and anyone seeking to build stronger cultural connections with the Chinese people.Two Volumes. With Special But Not Exclusive Reference To Fuhchau.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

First Published in 2005. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

This is the most complete and detailed account of the traditional domestic and daily life of the Chinese in the mid-nineteenth century. Writing in the 1860s, Doolittle concentrates on social and religious customs, revealing the people through their practices and material culture which he observed for over fourteen years. Colorful, exotic and compelling, this is a more telling portrait than any history or encyclopedia, an innovative tour de force of popular culture, and a classic ahead of its time. Agricultural and household matters, betrothal and marriage, the treatment of disease, popular gods and goddesses, punishments and celebrations, annual customs and festivals, superstitions, business customs, charitable practices, vegetarians, charms and omens, fortune-telling, opium and opium smoking are among the subjects dealt with, accompanied by charming engravings. Doolittle lived midway between Shanghai and Canton, the origin of the overseas Chinese diaspora. The world he describes here may have vanished in mainland China but it endures in Chinatowns and Chinese homes around the world.