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1400 BCE
Early Chinese writing
One of the earliest writing during that time. Found on oracle bones thought to be in the 1400 BC. -
551 BCE
Confucius
He teaches about the values such as honesty, loyalty and respect. His disciples end up making a book that show his ways. -
330 BCE
Taoist Philosopher
Chuang Tzu writes the Chuang Tzu. He is also Taoist' philosopher. -
54
Pan Ku
He created the "history of the former Han Dynasty. It was created so China could remember the dynasties. -
106
Pan chao
She was the sister of pan Ku and imperial historian. She was a widow and the one that created "lessons for women". -
Dec 24, 690
Poetry
It is included in the civil service examination. The requirement is because poetry was very important in the Chinese culture. -
Dec 24, 868
Diamond Sutra
It was the first book to have a printed date it is published in. -
Dec 24, 1200
Song lyrics
They were called tz'u and they were sung by women entertainers. They became to gain a major poetic form.