Chinese Family and Society

Chinese Family and Society is a comprehensive book written by Olga Lang that explores the traditional Chinese family structure and its evolution over time. The book starts with an introduction to the Chinese family system and the Confucian philosophy that has influenced it for centuries. Lang then delves into the different family roles and relationships, such as the husband-wife relationship, parent-child relationship, and sibling relationships.The book also covers the impact of social, economic, and political changes on the Chinese family, including the effects of the Cultural Revolution and the one-child policy. Lang provides a detailed analysis of how these changes have affected family dynamics, gender roles, and the concept of filial piety.The author also examines the challenges faced by modern Chinese families, such as the generation gap, urbanization, and globalization. Lang explores how these challenges have affected the traditional values and beliefs of Chinese families and how they have adapted to the changing social and economic landscape.Overall, Chinese Family and Society is a comprehensive and insightful book that provides a deep understanding of the Chinese family system and its evolution over time. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Chinese culture, history, and society.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.