{"product_id":"9781620553299","title":"China’S Cosmological Prehistory","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis non-fiction examination dives into China’s earliest creation traditions and their surprising echoes in other ancient cultures. It centers on the idea that symbols, language, and myth reveal a shared cosmological heritage, traced through ancient Chinese terms, parallels with Egyptian hieroglyphs, and the eightfold structure of Taoist creation. Written for curious adults and readers with interests in history, linguistics, and mythology, the tone is thoughtful, rigorous, and inviting further exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcross concise chapters, the work presents a clear, evidence-based synthesis of cosmology, symbol, and language. It reveals how early Chinese terms map to similar ideas in Egyptian hieroglyphs and other ancient systems, inviting readers to see connections rather than coincidences. It surveys the eight stages of creation in Taoism and traces the cosmological origins of ancestor worship, the zodiac, the mandala, and the I Ching, tying them to broader traditions including Dogon knowledge and other ancient streams.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor learners, the book translates complex ideas into accessible explanations and a thoughtful comparative approach. It emphasizes how symbols encode knowledge about the material world and argues that these ancient cosmologies foreshadow modern concepts of atoms and energy. Readers move through the content by following a consistent thread that connects word form, symbol, ritual, and worldview, building a cohesive picture of how ancient knowledge informs contemporary understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCross-cultural cosmology: connections between China, Egypt, India, Tibet, and Africa\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLanguage and glyph analysis: phonetics, meaning, and symbolic correspondences\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe eight stages of creation in Taoism and the cosmological origins of ancestor worship, the zodiac, the mandala, and the I Ching\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSymbolic architecture: role of ritual shrines, stupa symbolism, and related forms across traditions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eScientific resonance: how ancient symbols relate to ideas about matter and energy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccessible, evidence-based narrative that engages critical thinking and comparison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders finish with a broadened perspective on ancient knowledge and a sharpened ability to see how symbols reflect science, culture, and history. The work fosters curiosity, confidence to explore interdisciplinary ideas, and a lasting sense of connection across civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48516783309017,"sku":"9781620553299","price":428.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/81ZzUiA7ZjL._SL1500.jpg?v=1776686030","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9781620553299","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}