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It Provides A Fundamental Perspective For Viewing The Nature And Structure Of Ancient Chinese Civilization As Having A Strong Political Orientation.--introduction. Clans, Towns, And The Political Landscape -- Moral Authority And Coercive Power -- Shamanism And Politics -- Art As A Path To Authority -- Writing As The Path To Authority -- Access To The Path -- The Rise Of Political Authority -- The Kings Of The Three Dynasties. K.c. Chang. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.