Journal overview

Established in 1994, Early Medieval China is the world's only journal dedicated to the transformative period roughly between the end of the Han and beginning of the Tang eras (ca. 220–589). This interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed journal explores all aspects of Chinese history, literature, society, religion and thought, and material culture of China's early medieval age.

Topics include:

  • History and culture of the Southern and Northern Dynasties, as well as relevant developments during the late Han and early Tang
  • Belles-lettres and literary criticism of the period
  • Religious and philosophical movements
  • Ethnic minorities and interactions among Chinese and non-native dynasties
  • Art and archaeology
  • Scientific and technological inventions


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