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From Chinese Characters to Sinographic Scripts: A Study of Writing Systems in the Sinosphere

By (author) Feng Wang

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This book conducts an in-depth exploration of the dissemination of Chinese characters in East Asia and the formation and development of Chinese character-based writing systems, emphasizing the unique contributions of various ethnic groups within the Chinese character cultural sphere to the evolution of Chinese characters. Based on historical research and cross-cultural comparison, this book offers a comprehensive and insightful perspective, revealing the developmental laws and cultural attributes of Chinese character-based writing systems in East Asia. It pioneers a new research field in Chinese character studies and possesses positive reference value for understanding the evolution of the Chinese character system from a more macroscopic perspective.

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Publisher | Springer Verlag, Singapore
Published date | 14 Aug 2026
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Format | Hardback
Pages | 319
Dimensions | 235 x 155 x 0mm (L x W x H)
Weight | 0g
ISBN | 978-9-8195-9309-5
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