Urban Networks in Ch'ing China and Tokugawa Japan

Focusing on the historical urbanization of Ch'ing China and Tokugawa Japan, this work employs sociological and historical methods to explore the unique urban patterns and social structures of these premodern societies. The author aims to facilitate comparisons between China, Japan, and other large-scale societies, offering original insights into how urbanization influenced social dynamics. By analyzing these two significant cultures, the book seeks to enhance understanding of urban life and its implications on social organization in a broader context.