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Gifting Traditions Around the World

Gifting Traditions Around the World

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 "The History of Giving" is a comprehensive exploration of how gift-giving has evolved from ancient civilizations to modern times. The article traces this universal human practice from its earliest appearances in Neanderthal societies through medieval courts and into today's digital age. It examines how different cultures approach gift-giving, from Japanese zōtō to Chinese hong bao traditions, while exploring the psychological and social significance of giving. The piece also delves into how the industrial revolution and modern consumerism have transformed gift-giving practices, concluding with contemporary trends toward sustainable and digital giving. Throughout, it emphasizes how gift-giving has consistently served as a fundamental tool for building and maintaining human relationships across time and cultures.

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.