This book is divided into three parts: the origin of surnames, the history of naming, and the connotation of names. The content includes: surnames originating from ancient nature worship, the matrilineal society period in which mothers were surnamed, surnames gradually differentiated from surnames, surnames created to distinguish marriages, etc.
Reader comments
I especially like Chen Shou mentioned in the book. His "Three Kingdoms" gave me a deeper understanding of the history of that period. Moreover, seeing the part about Chen's family motto in the book also reminded me of my own family education. I feel that this book is not only about surnames, but also a history of family culture inheritance. It is worth reading!
I especially like Chen Shou mentioned in the book. His "Three Kingdoms" gave me a deeper understanding of the history of that period. Moreover, seeing the part about Chen's family motto in the book also reminded me of my own family education. I feel that this book is not only about surnames, but also a history of family culture inheritance. It is worth reading!