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When modernization is often discussed in classes, it is usually depicted as a rapid welcomed event of progress for the society involved. However, in “A Daughter of Han” by Ida Pruitt, Ning Lao T’ai-t’ai’s autobiographical account illustrates China’s gradual modernization against its reluctant conservative society. Modernity is defined by the presence of themes such as: industrialization, the increase of global integration, the expansion of political participation, the expansion of mass society, and the nation-state. On the other hand, China looked to the past to achieve political stability. Often in the novel, Ning’s conservative mores and beliefs clashes with the need to adapt to her changing environment to survive. In the process of modernization, it is the working class that is most affected by these changes. Ning’s home city of Penglai remains agrarian throughout the novel, meanwhile, Peiping and Chefoo were industrial centers. Penglai embodies the conservative values and traditions that China strived to maintain in which the people followed strict protocols and rules of Confucianism to create order for society. Gradually, Ning’s quality of life in Penglai declines as she strives to follow these…

Han Dynasty’s military was an invaluable resource to the success and power of the dynasty. Its large size due to forced recruiting made it a formidable force to oppose. The technological advances of its weaponry gave the soldiers an upper hand over their opponents. The military’s conquering skills gave China new resources to aide its economy and connect it with other cultures and empires. But, its powerful military would eventually play apart in the dynasty’s downfall. The Han Dynasty’s army was…

The practicing and thinking in design came a long way, because the Silk Road was a period which the Mongolia and Han culture deeply exchanged and influenced the practicing and thinking in design; in the Yuan dynasty, although the Mongols governed the Han, its ethnic policies promoted cultural exchange and encouraged the development of the Han culture (). The concept of the Silk Road was first by Ferdinand Freiherr von Richthofen from Germany in 1877(). Biaomian it is a trade route from Southwest…

Over five thousand years ago China formed a society that nurtured from the developments of cultivation, skills, trades, family, administration, and control over water supply. The Great Ancient Chinese Civilizations was the first to build a dynasty from influences of earlier dynasties; such as The Shang, Zhou, and Qin! From 2200 B.C.E. till 207 B.C.E. the Shang, Zhou and Qin reigned throughout China. The Han Dynasty reigned from 206 C.E. to 220 C.E. through political organization, social order,…

Han Dynasty By: Ayoub In the Han dynasty there were many importants people and historical events. Before the Han Dynasty there was the Qin dynasty and it was ruled by the Qin emperor. Liu Bang led a revolt against him and he was overthrown and this was the start of the Han Dynasty. First, was the founder of the dynasty Liu Bang. Liu Bang came from a peasant family. His name was originally Liu Bang but he was given the name Emperor Gaozu. Liu Bang became emperor in 206 B.C.E. One was Liu…

Rome and China 113.8 million was combined population of the Han Dynasty and the Roman Empire. Of these many people, all of the Soldiers, Slaves, and Women had many differences and similarities. These specific similarities and differences between Roman and Chinese Soldiers, Slaves, and Women all are all notable and deserve detailed study. Women in the Roman Empire and Han Dynasty were both very mistreated and were always talked down on. But they also had some rights. Women in these empires and…

The Han Dynasty was established in 202 B.C. and lasted until A.D. 220. It was one of the longest lasting Chinese dynasties, the population tripled, and China’s borders were greatly expanded. Because of this, it is considered the “Golden Age” of China’s history. The first ruler discarded most of the harsh Qin policies, but kept the law that states rulers were chosen based on merit, and not on birth. Education was important, and students learned the teachings of Confucius. Iron casting led to…

The Han Dynasty lasted from 206 BCE - 220 CE, which was one of China’s longest dynasties. This civilization did finally collapse, as most societies do if they do not have all the aspects of PERSIA in line. However, this civilization was a very good and inspiring example of a thriving united empire and self-sustaining government. But that may not have been enough to keep the existence of this civilization. Perhaps some of reasons towards the collapsing of the Han Dynasty were out of their…

From 205 BC to 220 AD China was ruled by the Han dynasty. The Han dynasty was a time of great innovation with both positive and negative impacts. Innovations like the development and popularization of the silk road had several positive impacts on China. However, these innovations would eventually cause the fall of the Han dynasty. The Civil Service Exam is one of these innovations. The Silk Road was one of the most revolutionary innovations in all of Chinese history. The Silk Road…

Confucianism and the Han Chinese of 1450: Confucian ideology and beliefs played a major role in who the Han Chinese were as a people, specifically in the area of education through the civic examinations. The impact of Confucianism was far reaching with effects displayed in art, literature, social rank, and education. To do this I am going to first provide an insight into the Han Chinese culture as a whole during the Ming Dynasty, including a view point from Europe at the time; then I will…