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The Origin of East Asian Medieval Capital Construction System: The Ancient City of Ye (China Perspectives)

Niu Runzhen

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Description:Ye is a historical Chinese city built in 659 BC and burned down to the ground in 580 AD. The book investigates the characteristics of the city's layout and its deep influence on the urban construction in East Asia since the 6th century AD.By studying archaeological findings and historical documents, the author illustrates the historical significance of Ye city, both as capital for six dynasties over 370 years in ancient Chinese history and as a paragon of an East Asian capital. Ye serves as an exemplary model for famous capitals in later dynasties of imperial China, such as Beijing and Xi'an. Its influence also extends to other East Asian counterparts, including Seoul in Korea, Kyoto in Japan and Hanoi in Vietnam. Comparing the archetypical structure of Ye city and the features of its East Asian descendants, the author encapsulates the lineage of capital city development across medieval East Asia and uncovers a philosophy of constriction that rests upon traditional Chinese thinking.The book will be an essential read for scholars and general readers interested in East Asian heritage, urbanology and architecture, as well as a useful reference for urban planners willing to learn from historical experience.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Origin of East Asian Medieval Capital Construction System: The Ancient City of Ye (China Perspectives). To get started finding The Origin of East Asian Medieval Capital Construction System: The Ancient City of Ye (China Perspectives), you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Description: Ye is a historical Chinese city built in 659 BC and burned down to the ground in 580 AD. The book investigates the characteristics of the city's layout and its deep influence on the urban construction in East Asia since the 6th century AD.By studying archaeological findings and historical documents, the author illustrates the historical significance of Ye city, both as capital for six dynasties over 370 years in ancient Chinese history and as a paragon of an East Asian capital. Ye serves as an exemplary model for famous capitals in later dynasties of imperial China, such as Beijing and Xi'an. Its influence also extends to other East Asian counterparts, including Seoul in Korea, Kyoto in Japan and Hanoi in Vietnam. Comparing the archetypical structure of Ye city and the features of its East Asian descendants, the author encapsulates the lineage of capital city development across medieval East Asia and uncovers a philosophy of constriction that rests upon traditional Chinese thinking.The book will be an essential read for scholars and general readers interested in East Asian heritage, urbanology and architecture, as well as a useful reference for urban planners willing to learn from historical experience.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Origin of East Asian Medieval Capital Construction System: The Ancient City of Ye (China Perspectives). To get started finding The Origin of East Asian Medieval Capital Construction System: The Ancient City of Ye (China Perspectives), you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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