Course Description
An introduction to the literature, culture, and thought of premodern China, from the beginnings of the written record to the turn of the twentieth century.
Athena Title
Intro to Chinese Civilization
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Familiarize students with one of the oldest civilizations in the world; Introduce students to the major intellectual trends in the history of Chinese civilization; Prepare students to major in Chinese.
Topical Outline
Close reading of textual and visual primary sources, with attention to their historical and cultural backgrounds.