Medieval Chinese History And Drama

Book Overview

Medieval Chinese History and Drama by Charles F. Horne is a comprehensive exploration of the history and drama of medieval China. The book covers a vast range of topics, including the Tang dynasty, the Song dynasty, the Yuan dynasty, and the Ming dynasty. It also delves into the various forms of drama that emerged during this time, such as the zaju and the chuanqi.The book begins with an overview of the political and social landscape of medieval China, providing readers with a solid foundation for understanding the historical context of the drama. It then goes on to explore the various forms of drama that emerged during this time, examining their themes, characters, and performances.Throughout the book, Horne provides readers with fascinating insights into the cultural and artistic practices of medieval China. He also highlights the ways in which drama was used to comment on social and political issues, and how it was influenced by the changing political and cultural landscape of the time.Overall, Medieval Chinese History and Drama is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of China. It provides a comprehensive overview of the drama of the medieval period, and offers valuable insights into the social, political, and artistic practices of this fascinating time in Chinese history.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Medieval China, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610009X.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162854510
• ISBN13: 9781162854519
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"