Table of Contents

Chapter 1: A Scientific Approach to the Origins of Chinese Civilization.- Chapter 2: Ancient Chinese Society and the Change of Dynasties.- Chapter 3: The Golden Ages of the Han, Tang and Qing Dynasties: a Comparative Analysis.- Chapter 4: Transportation Systems and Cultural Communication in Ancient China.- Chapter 5: Ethnic Relations in Chinese History.- Chapter 6: The Systems of Politics, Law and Selecting Officials in Ancient China.- Chapter 7: Agriculture, Handicraft and Commerce in Ancient China.- Chapter 8: The Military Thought and Military Systems of Ancient China.- Chapter 9: The Rich and Colorful Social Life in Ancient China.- Chapter 10: The Evolution of Ancient Chinese Thought.- Chapter 11: The Treasure House of Ancient Chinese Literature and Art.- Chapter 12: The Emergence and Progress of Ancient Chinese Historiography.- Chapter 13: Reflection on Ancient Chinese Science and Technology.- Chapter 14: New Issues in the Modern History of China.- Chapter 15: A General Progressionto the Socialist Modernization of the People's Republic of China.