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  • A Brief History of Chinese Music

    Edited by Zhenning Nie ...
    In A Brief History of Chinese Music, readers are immersed in the rich tapestry of Chinese musical history. From the ceremonial sounds of ancient courts and religious rituals to the vibrant folk traditions that reflect the spirit of the people, this book unveils how music in China has evolved alongside the nation' s culture, politics, and social change. Through detailed narratives, the book ... Read more

    $17.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • A Brief History of Chinese Theater

    Edited by Zhenning Nie ...
    From ritual performances to the refined artistry of Peking Opera, A Brief History of Chinese Theater takes readers on a journey through the captivating evolution of Chinese dramatic arts. Spanning centuries, this comprehensive work unveils the rich tapestry of theatrical forms that have shaped and mirrored China' s complex cultural history. Discover the mystique of Kun Opera, the power of Qinqiang ... Read more

    $16.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • A Brief History of Chinese Architecture

    Edited by Zhenning Nie ...
    Discover Chinese architecture' s timeless elegance and ingenuity in this comprehensive exploration of one of the world' s most enduring architectural traditions. A Brief History of Chinese Architecture takes readers on a captivating journey through China' s rich architectural heritage, from prehistoric pit dwellings to the grandeur of imperial palaces, the spiritual symbolism of Buddhist temples, ... Read more

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  • Une brève histoire de l'architecture chinoise

    Edited by Zhenning Nie ...
    Series series Connaissance de la culture chinoise
    Discover the timeless elegance of Chinese architecture. This concise history explores the rich architectural heritage of China, from ancient foundations to imperial grandeur. Journey through time, examining:Prehistoric dwellings to magnificent palacesThe spiritual symbolism of Buddhist templesThe harmonious design of traditional courtyard homesUncover the cultural, historical, and technological ... Read more

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    A Treasury of Proverbs and Folktales in Chinese and English

    by Vivian Ling, Peng Wang ...
    Series series Stories for Language Learners
    The highly anticipated next book in Tuttle's Stories for Language Learners series is here!This book presents 22 classic Chinese proverbs and the traditional tales behind them. The stories are bilingual, with the Chinese and English versions presented on facing pages. Each includes an explanation of how the proverb is used today, cultural notes, vocabulary and discussion questions. Online audio ... Read more

    $14.39 USD

  • A Panoramic View of Chinese Culture

    by Wu Dingming ...
    A Panoramic View of Chinese Culture is an accessible introduction to the beautiful, vibrant world of Chinese customs, history, and civilization. Written for English speakers, with simplified Chinese translations of key words, the text invites students of China and the Chinese language to engage with the text in new and interesting ways. Covering everything from history, philosophy, and religion, ... Read more

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  • The Culture of China

    by Kathleen Kuiper ...
    Series series Understanding China
    Reverberations of China’s diversity and multiethnic heritage are visible in everything from the cuisine and languages to the beliefs and arts of the vast nation. In addition to linking the Chinese to their rich past, a number of these traditions have been absorbed by cultures around the world and have granted many entrée into a nation otherwise far-removed from their own. This volume treats ... Read more

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  • Encyclopedia of Contemporary Chinese Culture

    Edited by Edward L. Davis ...
    Series series Encyclopedias of Contemporary Culture
    This is the first reference book to digest this vast cultural output and make it accessible to the English-speaking world. It contains nearly 1,200 entries written by an international team of specialists, to enable readers to explore a range of diverse and fascinating cultural subjects from prisons to rock groups, underground Christian churches to TV talk shows and radio hotlines. Experimental ... Read more

    $132.99 USD

  • Traditional Music

    Sounds in Harmony with Nature

    by Robert Koehler et al. ...
    Series Book 8 - Korea Essentials
    Music has played and continues to play a vital role in Korean society, providing a rich vein of material as a dynamic part of the nation's culture. Korean music's history reflects active engagement with surrounding cultures, as well as indigenous creativity and innovation.Korea is heir to one of the world's oldest repertoires of notated music. Over the past several hundred years, virtuosic ... Read more

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  • A Jesuit Garden in Beijing and Early Modern Chinese Culture

    by Hui Zou ...
    Series series Comparative Cultural Studies
    In this volume, Hui Zou analyzes historical, architectural, visual, literary, and philosophical perspectives on the Western-styled garden that formed part of the great Yuanming Yuan complex in Beijing, constructed during the Qing dynasty. Designed and built in the late eighteenth century by Italian and French Jesuits, the garden described in this book was a wonderland of multistoried buildings, ... Read more

    $18.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Korean Dance

    Pure Emotion and Energy

    by Curtis File ...
    Series Book 15 - Korea Essentials
    Dance has been a medium for understanding the philosophy of and emotions behind a culture. This is especially true for a country with a vast and complex history like Korea. Korean dance is a tradition that includes every form of contemporary dance in the country, from shamanistic to folk, court to modern traditional dance, and even breakdancing. Over the past several centuries, each of these ... Read more

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  • Travel to China: Three Tourist Cities

    by Roseann Young ...
    Ever needed a guide to help you explore some of the amazing cities in China? When no translator is available, you can learn to get around China on your own (and find out which are the best sites to see)! Read about Xi An, Su Zhou, and Hang Zhou as you learn to speak Chinese while visiting some of the most amazing Chinese tourist cities!With a dialogue that not only provides Chinese characters but ... Read more

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