This book breaks with convention and provides an overview of Chinese history in the form of special topics. These topics include the major issues of A Scientific Approach to the Origins of Chinese Civilization, Ancient Chinese Society and the Change of Dynasties, The Golden Ages of the Han, Tang and Qing Dynasties: a Comparative Analysis, Transportation Systems and Cultural Communication in Ancient China, Ethnic Relations in Chinese History, The Systems of Politics, Law and Selecting Officials in Ancient China, Agriculture, Handicraft and Commerce in Ancient China, The Military Thought and...