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Dialect and Nationalism in China, 1860-1960

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The book presents a fresh perspective on Chinese nationalism by focusing on fangyan, or regional dialects, rather than the dominant Mandarin language. It explores how these dialects played a crucial role in shaping modern national identity in China, challenging the conventional belief that national languages are the sole foundation of national identity. Through this lens, the author delves into the intricate history of the Chinese nation, revealing the significance of linguistic diversity in the development of nationalism.

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Dialect and Nationalism in China, 1860-1960, Gina Anne Tam

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2020
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Titul
Dialect and Nationalism in China, 1860-1960
Jazyk
anglicky
Rok vydania
2020
Väzba
pevná
Počet strán
276
ISBN13
9781108478281
Série
Hodnotenie
3,8 z 5
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The book presents a fresh perspective on Chinese nationalism by focusing on fangyan, or regional dialects, rather than the dominant Mandarin language. It explores how these dialects played a crucial role in shaping modern national identity in China, challenging the conventional belief that national languages are the sole foundation of national identity. Through this lens, the author delves into the intricate history of the Chinese nation, revealing the significance of linguistic diversity in the development of nationalism.