20221231 LangCult 8

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Chinese Mystery Novel

谢紫佳Xie Zijia,202270081670

Abstract

The term 'Zhiguai' refers to the account of strange and bizarre events, and generally refers to the Zhiguai novel, one of the classical Chinese novels, which mainly recounts stories and legends of ghosts and spirits. The 'ghost'is an object of legend and belief that has been perpetuated from ancient China, forming a unique Chinese ghost culture. It was a genre that took 'ghosts' as the subject of storytelling, created and flourished in the Wei, Jin and North and South Dynasties, reflecting the spread of metaphysical culture and Buddhism and Taoism at the time.

Key words

Mystery novels; Ghost culture; Wei,Jin and North-South dynasties

Comparison of Chinese and western food culture under the background of “Chinese Culture Exporting

熊丹Xiong Dan,202270081671

Abstract

Chinese and Western food cultures are very different, their dining methods, objects, etiquette and eating concepts are also different. However, with the development trend of globalization, the communication of various nationalities is increasing, and the food culture begins to learn from and integrate with each other to a certain extent. Starting with the differences in the focus of Chinese and Western food cultures, this paper compares Chinese and Western food cultures under the background of cultural export.

An Introduction of Er ren zhuan in Northeast China

Xu Siyu 202270081700

Abstract

Errenzhuan is popular in the northeastern part of China, just as Yu Opera is in Henan province. It is fair to say that Er ren zhuan has exerted great influence on China, and that it is an important part of northeastern culture. This paper will give a brief introduction of it.

The Development of the Imperial Examination System in Ancient China

颜琦Yan Qi, 202270081672

Abstract

Keju, or the imperial examination, is a kind of civil service examination system in ancient China. As a tool to select the best candidates to serve the traditional Chinese government, it had a significant and far-reaching impact on Chinese society since the Sui and Tang dynasty. It played an active role in national governance, academic development and personnel training.

202270081673 杨思吟 Yang Siyin 英语笔译(English translation)

==Topic== The Development of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Yang Siyin, 202270081673.

Abstract

Traditional Chinese medicine has a long history, and the development of TCM can be devided into 5 parts, be they the primitive society, the Spring and Autumn and Warring States Period, Qin and Han dynasties, the Sui, the Tang and the Five Dynasties, and Ming and Qing dynasties. Over these five periods, TCM continued to envolve, from a beneficial life experience to a systematical system. Also, there comes four crucial medical books that palys an important role.

Chinese Traditional Paper-cutting Art

杨晰微 Yang Xiwei, 202270081674

Abstract

Paper-cutting is an important part of Chinese culture, with a long history and rich cultural connotation. It can be seen as the most common and extensive folk art for working people and is most closely related to people's life as a crucial tool for the masses to decorate the environment, beautify life and express their emotions. This paper aims to illustrate the origin, development and traditional uses of paper-cut and reflect on its current situation.

Chinese Classical Gardens

Zeng Chen, 202270081626

Abstract

The Chinese classical gardens recreate natural landscapes in mininature, including both the vast imperial gardens and smaller private gardens. It takes great important part in Chinese culture and shows many aspects of aesthetic standards for Chinese art. This essay will focus on the history, design and philosophy of the classical gardens and will introduce some typical examples.

Warfare in Ancient China

张海珊 Zhang Haishan, 202270081675

Abstract

China's long history witnessed its own practices and innovations in warfare as rulers perpetually fought to dominate this vast nation and protect its borders from invading neighbors. Since the Warring States, China had produced perhaps the largest and most advanced technology and manual on warfare in the ancient world. This short paper will focus on some major weapons, equipment, and vehicles used specifically for the purpose of warfare in ancient China.

Chinese Noodles Culture

张珂珂Zhang Keke 202270081676

Abstract

Noodles are a traditional Chinese noodle dish and are loved by the people. Noodles have a long history of consumption in China, and the richness of local produce and customs has given rise to a wide variety of noodles with different characteristics and flavours, which are integrated into people's lives. In this article, we will talk about the cultural connotations behind noodles, local folklore and noodle eating etiquette.