Books, Scholars, Tradition, and Society: Learning and Studying in Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD)
Song China was a unique time in China’s history. It witnessed spectacular developments in philosophy, literature, education, urbanization, commerce, government, and sciences and technology. However, national crises abounded, too. Humiliating encounters with its neighbors both literally and figuratively dwarfed this otherwise cultural giant. Scholars took upon themselves the responsibility of upkeeping and safeguarding the culture … Read more