The emergence and spread of literacy in ancient human society an important topic for all who study the ancient world, and the development of written Chinese is

A critical new interpretation of the early history of Chinese civilization based on the most recent scholarship and archaeological discoveries.

The era from 1400 to 1800 saw intense biological, commercial, and cultural exchanges, and the creation of global connections on an unprecedented scale. Divided

This volume explores the significance of literacy for everyday life in the ancient world. It focuses on the use of writing and written materials, the circumstan

Winner, CCCC Outstanding Book Award Until recently, American composition scholars have studied writing instruction mainly within the borders of their own nation