Characteristics of Chinese Family System

Author

Ling Chen
Jian An Zhu
Chevy-Hanqing Fang, Missouri University of Science and TechnologyFollow

Abstract

This chapter discusses the four unique dimensions (lineage, patriarchy and patrimonialism, household division and wealth inheritance, and family as a model for the state) that collectively distinguish the family system in ancient China from those in western societies.

Recommended Citation

Chen, L., Zhu, J. A., & Fang, C. (2021). Characteristics of Chinese Family System. Family Business in China, A Historical Perspective, 1, pp. 37-62. London: Palgrave Macmillan.

The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-51395-5_4

Department(s)

Business and Information Technology

Comments

Chapter 4

International Standard Book Number (ISBN)

978-3-030-51394-8; 978-3-030-51397-9; 978-3-030-51395-5

Document Type

Book - Chapter

Document Version

Citation

File Type

text

Language(s)

English

Rights

© 2021 Palgrave Macmillan, All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Jan 2021