Publisher's Synopsis
The Lore of Cathay: Or The Intellect of China is a book written by William Alexander Parsons Martin and published in 1901. The book is a comprehensive study of Chinese culture, history, and philosophy. It explores the intellectual and spiritual traditions of China, and provides a detailed analysis of the country's social, political, and economic systems.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Chinese culture. The first section provides an overview of Chinese history, from the earliest dynasties to the present day. The second section explores the Chinese language, literature, and art, and the third section delves into the country's religious and philosophical traditions.The fourth section of the book examines the social and political systems of China, including the role of the emperor, the bureaucracy, and the legal system. The fifth section looks at the country's economy, including agriculture, industry, and trade. Finally, the sixth section provides a detailed analysis of Chinese education, including the role of Confucianism in shaping the country's educational system.Throughout the book, Martin draws on his extensive knowledge of Chinese culture and history to provide insightful commentary and analysis. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers better understand the topics he discusses.Overall, The Lore of Cathay: Or The Intellect of China is a fascinating and comprehensive study of Chinese culture and history, and is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding this important and influential country.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.