التفاصيل البيبلوغرافية
| العنوان: |
Leisure and pleasure in Late Imperial China—Editor's introduction. |
| المؤلفون: |
Wang, Q. Edward (AUTHOR) |
| المصدر: |
Chinese Studies in History. Spring/Summer2024, Vol. 57 Issue 2/3, p87-91. 5p. |
| مصطلحات موضوعية: |
*MILITARY crimes, *SOCIAL status, *ASIAN history, *PEASANTS, *PLEASURE, ECONOMIC conditions in China, POPULATION of China |
| مستخلص: |
The document discusses the changing social and economic landscape in Late Imperial China, focusing on the Ming dynasty. It highlights the rise of commerce, the convergence of the gentry and merchant classes, and the impact of leisure and pleasure-seeking activities on the literati. Scholars like Timothy Brook, Craig Clunas, and Yu Ying-shih explore how the commercialization of society influenced cultural pursuits and social interactions. The text also delves into the struggles of the literati to balance traditional values with the allure of material wealth and entertainment, shedding light on the diverse aspects of life in Ming and Qing China. [Extracted from the article] |
| قاعدة البيانات: |
Academic Search Index |