A Dissertation On The Nature And Character Of The Chinese System Of Writing

""A Dissertation On The Nature And Character Of The Chinese System Of Writing: In A Letter To John Vaughan, Esq. (1838)"" is a scholarly work written by Peter S. Du Ponceau. In this book, the author explores the Chinese system of writing, which is one of the oldest and most complex writing systems in the world. The book is written in the form of a letter to John Vaughan, Esq., and it provides a detailed analysis of the Chinese writing system, including its history, structure, and unique characteristics.Du Ponceau's dissertation is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Chinese writing system. The author begins by discussing the history of Chinese writing, tracing its origins back to the Shang Dynasty (1600-1046 BCE). He then goes on to describe the structure of the Chinese writing system, which is based on a combination of characters that represent both sound and meaning.The author also discusses the unique features of the Chinese writing system, including the use of radicals, which are basic components of characters that convey meaning, and the absence of an alphabet. Du Ponceau explains how the Chinese writing system has evolved over time, adapting to changes in the language and the culture.Overall, ""A Dissertation On The Nature And Character Of The Chinese System Of Writing: In A Letter To John Vaughan, Esq. (1838)"" is a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the Chinese writing system. It provides a valuable resource for scholars and students of Chinese language and culture, as well as anyone interested in the history and development of writing systems.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.