Unique natural geographical environment and profound human history of Miao ancient villages in Qiandongnan are the key to distinguish them from other nationalities.In this paper,the concept of "image" is int...Unique natural geographical environment and profound human history of Miao ancient villages in Qiandongnan are the key to distinguish them from other nationalities.In this paper,the concept of "image" is introduced to analyze landscape characteristics of Miao ancient villages.From two aspects of natural and cultural landscape,the landscape image that can reflect the nature,humanity,history of Miao ancient villages or can be perceived by the public is abstracted,and the characteristics of landscape image are summarized as natural and cultural adaptability,which could provide the reference for the protection and development of landscape in Miao villages.展开更多
Located in the central Asia, ancient Loullan Town was a place of strategic importance to the ancient SilkRoad. According to the historical records, it was flourishing during the period from the second century B. C. to...Located in the central Asia, ancient Loullan Town was a place of strategic importance to the ancient SilkRoad. According to the historical records, it was flourishing during the period from the second century B. C. to the thirdcentury A. D. However, it was disrecorded suddenly 1400 years ago. Until 1900 it was discovered by a Swedish exploration party. The ruins of Loulan is situated on the west bank of Lop Nur Lake and the delta of the Tarim River (40°29’55’’N, 89°55’22"E), and occupies an area of 108 240 m2. Two main tributaries of the Tarim River passed by its northernand southern sides respectively and converged into Lop Nur Lake about 100 km eastward. Human civilization of the Loulan Town had been developed in the Stone Age, which was revealed by a lot of stone implements found in the ration, andthe discovery of the corpse of "Loulan Beauty" proved the continuity of economic development. During several centuriesaround the Christian era, Loulan had become a place of strategic importance on the Silk Road because its superior geographical position and natural conditions. The decline of ancient Loulan Town was caused by natural change of the rivercourses and rapid environmental deterioration.展开更多
The paper mainly talks about the background of S. T. Coleridge and the images of The Rime of the AncientMariner. As for the images, the wind, the albatross and the snake will be thoroughly discussed. There are manydif...The paper mainly talks about the background of S. T. Coleridge and the images of The Rime of the AncientMariner. As for the images, the wind, the albatross and the snake will be thoroughly discussed. There are manydifferent images which also have different meanings and connotations in the context. What＇s more, the poemexpresses the theme of the metabolic relationships between men and nature： harmony, conflict or compromise.展开更多
FOUR years ago, the publication of a book created a great sensation in Western media. The Silk Roads: A New History of the World written by the Oxford University professor of history Peter Frankopan quickly topped bes...FOUR years ago, the publication of a book created a great sensation in Western media. The Silk Roads: A New History of the World written by the Oxford University professor of history Peter Frankopan quickly topped bestseller lists in the English world after its launching.展开更多
There is almost no work on ancient Egypt in Taiwan since historians are logically interested in ancient China.Egyptologists either work on archeology or study papyrus and written texts found in pyramids and tombs,with...There is almost no work on ancient Egypt in Taiwan since historians are logically interested in ancient China.Egyptologists either work on archeology or study papyrus and written texts found in pyramids and tombs,without putting it in perspective with other civilizations,such as Greek civilization.Philippe Ariés’ global history offers innovative opportunities on the study of Egyptian mentalities.All traditional historical work aims to study an ancient society,a social class,but very few focuses on the individuals.The theses of Lucien Febvre,father of the notion of mentalities,allow the historical discipline to have access not only to the factual structures of societies but also to the mental structures of the individuals that compose it.This new approach raises a crucial question: What are Europe’s roots? Has the Egyptian heritage been underestimated?展开更多
Miao culture is one of the minority cultures in China.It also has a certain impact on the development of Chinese literature and poetry.Chu ci is a new poetic style created by Qu Yuan,an ancient poet in China.It is the...Miao culture is one of the minority cultures in China.It also has a certain impact on the development of Chinese literature and poetry.Chu ci is a new poetic style created by Qu Yuan,an ancient poet in China.It is the first collection of romantic poetry in the history of Chinese literature.Qu Yuan’s poetry creation is related to his life experience.Qu Yuan was exiled to Yuan Xiang region,and he had been in contact with the Miao ancestors in Yuan Xiang area during the exile.Therefore,the Miao land culture in Yuan Xiang area has a profound influence on Qu Yuan’s later poetry creation.This paper,taking Qu Yuan’s later poetry as an example,analyzes the influence of Miao culture on Chu ci in Yuan Xiang area,introduces Qu Yuan’s life and how to contact Miao culture,and probes into the influence of Miao nationality’s religious thought,customs,language and culture,oral folk song and pan song on the later poetry creation of Qu Yuan.展开更多
EYES on a soccer pitch are irresistibly drawn to Ronaldo, and his goal-scoring prowess, but his protean haircuts also score a hit with the fans. His latest inverted Mohican haircut, which made its debut in the FIFA Wo...EYES on a soccer pitch are irresistibly drawn to Ronaldo, and his goal-scoring prowess, but his protean haircuts also score a hit with the fans. His latest inverted Mohican haircut, which made its debut in the FIFA World Cup, soon became widely sported by soccer aficionados. One Brazilian barber said that he had given over 50 customers the "Ronaldo cut" since the World Cup.展开更多
APPROXIMATELY 6,000-7,000years ago China’s primitive so-ciety gradually progressed toits prosperous period.The body shapeof peopel at that time was entirely thesama as modern people.Primitive agriculture started,peop...APPROXIMATELY 6,000-7,000years ago China’s primitive so-ciety gradually progressed toits prosperous period.The body shapeof peopel at that time was entirely thesama as modern people.Primitive agriculture started,people began to raise livestock and live a more sedentary life.Clan villages appeared.However,because of natural disasters and other factors,the primitive people had to constantly change their habitats.Over time,these habitats submerged into ruins,which became bases for archaeologistss in their study of primitive man and his social conditions.展开更多
基金Sponsored by Humanities and Social Sciences Project of the Ministry of Education (15YJC760001)。
文摘Unique natural geographical environment and profound human history of Miao ancient villages in Qiandongnan are the key to distinguish them from other nationalities.In this paper,the concept of "image" is introduced to analyze landscape characteristics of Miao ancient villages.From two aspects of natural and cultural landscape,the landscape image that can reflect the nature,humanity,history of Miao ancient villages or can be perceived by the public is abstracted,and the characteristics of landscape image are summarized as natural and cultural adaptability,which could provide the reference for the protection and development of landscape in Miao villages.
文摘Located in the central Asia, ancient Loullan Town was a place of strategic importance to the ancient SilkRoad. According to the historical records, it was flourishing during the period from the second century B. C. to the thirdcentury A. D. However, it was disrecorded suddenly 1400 years ago. Until 1900 it was discovered by a Swedish exploration party. The ruins of Loulan is situated on the west bank of Lop Nur Lake and the delta of the Tarim River (40°29’55’’N, 89°55’22"E), and occupies an area of 108 240 m2. Two main tributaries of the Tarim River passed by its northernand southern sides respectively and converged into Lop Nur Lake about 100 km eastward. Human civilization of the Loulan Town had been developed in the Stone Age, which was revealed by a lot of stone implements found in the ration, andthe discovery of the corpse of "Loulan Beauty" proved the continuity of economic development. During several centuriesaround the Christian era, Loulan had become a place of strategic importance on the Silk Road because its superior geographical position and natural conditions. The decline of ancient Loulan Town was caused by natural change of the rivercourses and rapid environmental deterioration.
文摘The paper mainly talks about the background of S. T. Coleridge and the images of The Rime of the AncientMariner. As for the images, the wind, the albatross and the snake will be thoroughly discussed. There are manydifferent images which also have different meanings and connotations in the context. What＇s more, the poemexpresses the theme of the metabolic relationships between men and nature： harmony, conflict or compromise.
文摘FOUR years ago, the publication of a book created a great sensation in Western media. The Silk Roads: A New History of the World written by the Oxford University professor of history Peter Frankopan quickly topped bestseller lists in the English world after its launching.
文摘There is almost no work on ancient Egypt in Taiwan since historians are logically interested in ancient China.Egyptologists either work on archeology or study papyrus and written texts found in pyramids and tombs,without putting it in perspective with other civilizations,such as Greek civilization.Philippe Ariés’ global history offers innovative opportunities on the study of Egyptian mentalities.All traditional historical work aims to study an ancient society,a social class,but very few focuses on the individuals.The theses of Lucien Febvre,father of the notion of mentalities,allow the historical discipline to have access not only to the factual structures of societies but also to the mental structures of the individuals that compose it.This new approach raises a crucial question: What are Europe’s roots? Has the Egyptian heritage been underestimated?
基金Western Project of Chinese National Social Sciences Fund(Project Number:18XZW017).
文摘Miao culture is one of the minority cultures in China.It also has a certain impact on the development of Chinese literature and poetry.Chu ci is a new poetic style created by Qu Yuan,an ancient poet in China.It is the first collection of romantic poetry in the history of Chinese literature.Qu Yuan’s poetry creation is related to his life experience.Qu Yuan was exiled to Yuan Xiang region,and he had been in contact with the Miao ancestors in Yuan Xiang area during the exile.Therefore,the Miao land culture in Yuan Xiang area has a profound influence on Qu Yuan’s later poetry creation.This paper,taking Qu Yuan’s later poetry as an example,analyzes the influence of Miao culture on Chu ci in Yuan Xiang area,introduces Qu Yuan’s life and how to contact Miao culture,and probes into the influence of Miao nationality’s religious thought,customs,language and culture,oral folk song and pan song on the later poetry creation of Qu Yuan.
文摘EYES on a soccer pitch are irresistibly drawn to Ronaldo, and his goal-scoring prowess, but his protean haircuts also score a hit with the fans. His latest inverted Mohican haircut, which made its debut in the FIFA World Cup, soon became widely sported by soccer aficionados. One Brazilian barber said that he had given over 50 customers the "Ronaldo cut" since the World Cup.
文摘APPROXIMATELY 6,000-7,000years ago China’s primitive so-ciety gradually progressed toits prosperous period.The body shapeof peopel at that time was entirely thesama as modern people.Primitive agriculture started,people began to raise livestock and live a more sedentary life.Clan villages appeared.However,because of natural disasters and other factors,the primitive people had to constantly change their habitats.Over time,these habitats submerged into ruins,which became bases for archaeologistss in their study of primitive man and his social conditions.
