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China is changing. In a metamorphosis that bids fair to be universal, the family, that ancient and hitherto unalterable basis Of Chinese society, is undergoing marked transforma tion. Part of the change is the more or less mechanical resultant of the combined action of a great number of imper sonal and unperceived forces; a greater part is the result of conscious readjustments and rational social control.
For many hundreds of years the Chinese family system worked satisfactorily among millions of people. N OW the machinery does not seem to run as smoothly as it did a cen tury ago, and in recent years there has been considerable agitation in China for reform.
The transformation of a basic social institution is fraught With far-reaching and often dangerous consequences. Never before has there been greater need of a clear-sighted view of the Chinese family system. The object Of this study is to describe With scientific accuracy, clearness, and simplicity the nature and functioning of the Chinese family system, past and present. It is not an exhaustive study. It aims to em body only enough Of the more important facts to constitute a comprehensive view of the Chinese family system as a Whole. Throughout the thesis, precedence is given to facts and pro cesses rather than to theories and hypotheses. Equal emphasis is placed upon the bad and the good features of the Chinese family system, for both its successes and failures are of value, either as examples to be copied or as mistakes to be avoided. Above all else the author seeks to furnish reliable data Which Will help solve the problem of family reform in China and serve as a scientific background for practical poli cies of control.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2017
- ISBN 10 1330102843
- ISBN 13 9781330102848
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages116
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive examination of the Chinese family system, tracing its evolution from its origins to its present form. By analyzing historical and etymological data, the author establishes that during China's early development, a metronymic family system existed, with children taking their mothers' surnames and genealogy being traced along the maternal line. However, with the rise of the patronymic system, the family's patriarchal nature was reinforced, with the father becoming the head of the household and the lineage traced through his line. The author explores the profound influence of ancestor worship in stabilizing the patronymic system, highlighting its role in shaping family structure and religious practices. The book offers a valuable and nuanced understanding of the historical evolution and cultural significance of the Chinese family system, providing insights into its enduring impact on Chinese society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330102848_0
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