The Sacred Books of Hsia is a book written by Charles F. Horne. The book is a compilation of sacred texts and ancient Chinese literature from the Hsia Dynasty, which was the first recorded dynasty in Chinese history. The book contains translations of various texts, including the Book of Documents, the Book of Rites, and the Book of Changes. These texts provide insight into the religious beliefs, social customs, and political systems of the Hsia Dynasty. The book also includes Horne's commentary on the texts, providing historical context and analysis of the content. The Sacred Books of Hsia is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Chinese history and culture, as well as for scholars studying the development of religion and society in early China.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient China, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100006.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.