Chinese Myth
Author | : Philip Wilkinson |
Publisher | : Chartwell |
Total Pages | : 96 |
Release | : 2007-09-01 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 9780785823483 |
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Author | : Philip Wilkinson |
Publisher | : Chartwell |
Total Pages | : 96 |
Release | : 2007-09-01 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 9780785823483 |
Author | : Marshall Editions |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 96 |
Release | : 2007 |
Genre | : China |
ISBN | : 9781845663070 |
Author | : Philip Wilkinson |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 237 |
Release | : 2016-04-15 |
Genre | : Political Science |
ISBN | : 1317474767 |
In 1978, faced with the pressure to modernize and a declining budget, the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) reluctantly agreed to join China's economic reform drive, expanding its internal economy to market-oriented civilian production. This work examines PLA's role in the economy up to 1998.
Author | : Todd Van Pelt |
Publisher | : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc |
Total Pages | : 50 |
Release | : 2009-08-15 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1615312331 |
This book takes a deep dive into the world's longest continuous civilization, examining both myth and fact—from the dawn of farming and the early bronze-makers, to the great dynasties that united China. Stunningly illustrated historical pages and carefully retold myths introduce young readers to the glories, riches, romance, and mystery of Chinese civilization. Includes sections on creation myths, gods, society, religion, agriculture, medicine, daily life, art, entertainment, war and weapons, inventions and construction, trade, and education, writing, and literature.
Author | : Trenton Campbell |
Publisher | : Encyclopaedia Britannica |
Total Pages | : 161 |
Release | : 2014-07-15 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1622753941 |
This authoritative volume examines the two main faiths, Confucianism and Daoism, that developed before China had meaningful contact with the rest of the world. Aspects of Buddhism later joined features of these faiths to form elements of Chinese ideology and, with the beliefs in immortals and the worship of ancestors, they led to a popular religion. The narrative describes the gods and goddesses that dominated China's mythology and folk culture, roughly from the 3rd millennium to 221 BCE, including the Baxian (Eight Immortals), Chang'e (moon goddess), Guandi (god of war), the Men Shen (door spirits), and Pan Gu (first man).
Author | : Marshall Cavendish Corporation |
Publisher | : Marshall Cavendish |
Total Pages | : 196 |
Release | : 2010 |
Genre | : China |
ISBN | : 9780761478751 |
A comprehensive and highly readable account of the world's oldest living civilization, exploring Chinese culture and society from the earliest times to the glories of the imperial age.
Author | : Ann Israel |
Publisher | : Tuttle Publishing |
Total Pages | : 358 |
Release | : 2014-11-18 |
Genre | : Games & Activities |
ISBN | : 1462915272 |
"I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Whether used as a reference or a beautiful keepsake, it's a very worthy addition to the world of Mah Jongg." --Ruth Unger, President, National Mah Jongg League This is the first book to fully capture the story of the exotic and exciting game of Mahjong or "Mah Jongg", offering an intimate look at the history of the game as well as the visual beauty of the tiles. When authors Ann Israel and Gregg Swain began playing Mahjong, they were unaware of the vintage collections that existed not only in the United States but also across the globe. Slowly, they started to collect their own sets of Mahjong and as their collections grew, so did their appreciation of the history of, and interest in, the game. Finding few references, Israel and Swain set out to create a book that chronicles the early beginnings of the game and documents Mahjong sets from the most basic, made simply of paper, to the most precious materials such as ivory and mother-of-pearl. Recognized and respected scholars and game experts have collaborated with Israel and Swain, contributing important chapters on the game's history and its pieces as well as technical information on the tiles. Lastly, great collectors from around the globe have shared their incredible sets and memories for the first time in one book for everyone to enjoy. With hundreds of beautiful new images by renowned photographer Michel Arnaud, and including historical documentation and ephemera, Mah Jongg: The Art of the Game fills the void between the past's and today's game, providing vision, inspiration and resources. Anyone who has ever been intrigued by a Mahjong tile will find in these pages visually stunning photographs that will entice them into becoming an enthusiast of the timeless game of Mahjong.
Author | : James Harpur |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 104 |
Release | : 2008 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : |
This volume covers the theoretical method, macroeconomics, microeconomics, international trade and finance, development, and policy of economic theory. It incorporates various alternative approaches as well as a broad spectrum of policy issues.