Making of a New Rural Order in South China: Volume 1, Village, Land, and Lineage in Huizhou, 900–1600

Discover the transformative history of rural life in southeastern China with Making of a New Rural Order in South China: Volume 1, Village, Land, and Lineage in Huizhou, 900–1600 by Joseph P. McDermott. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2016, this insightful paperback spans 484 pages and delves into the rich historical sources from Huizhou. McDermott meticulously examines the evolution of major village institutions over seven centuries, offering a comprehensive analysis of pre-modern Chinese agricultural practices, lineage dynamics, land management, and village religious institutions. This volume also explores the development of economic networks that shaped rural communities during this pivotal period. Ideal for scholars and enthusiasts of Chinese history, this book provides a profound understanding of the social and economic transformations in rural China.