Here's what you should know:
* Da Zhuan wasn't a "writing system" in the modern sense. It was an evolution of the earliest known form of Chinese writing, Jia Gu Wen (甲骨文), which was carved onto oracle bones.
* Da Zhuan was primarily used for official documents. This was a shift from Jia Gu Wen, which was primarily used for divination.
* It evolved into Xiao Zhuan (小篆), which became the standard script of the Qin dynasty. This transition helped standardize writing across China.
While Da Zhuan isn't actively used for writing, it's essential for understanding the evolution of Chinese writing.
To learn how to write it, you'll need to:
1. Find a Da Zhuan dictionary or character chart. These resources show how each character looks in Da Zhuan.
2. Practice writing the characters using a brush and ink. This is the traditional way to learn Chinese calligraphy.
3. Study the history and development of Da Zhuan. Understanding its evolution will help you appreciate its significance.
Learning Da Zhuan can be challenging, but it's a rewarding journey for those interested in Chinese calligraphy and the history of writing.