The Art Of Chinese Living

Author : Xiang Yao
Publisher : HarperCollins
ISBN 13 : 9780008400002
Total Pages : 1104 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Art of Chinese Living written by Xiang Yao and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2021-06-24 with total page 1104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chronicling the traditions of Chinese life and culture, The Art of Chinese Living is a visual cornucopia and an epic cultural immersion into everything from cuisine and history to art and rituals, calligraphy and music to artefacts and interiors, and from widespread national traditions to the minutiae of daily family life. Spanning over 1,100 stunning pages and divided into the four seasons, this lavish four-volume set in a cloth-bound slipcase is alive with culture. The passion and research that have gone into producing this masterpiece are palpable on every page, from the 10,000 commissioned photographs and illustrations to the incredible gatefold pages and painstaking detail. It is a love letter to Chinese culture written by a mother keen to share her passion for incredible traditions both big and small with her own children, and those of families around the world - whether looking to rekindle a connection with their own traditions or eager to learn more about China, its history and culture. From recipes and home-made gift ideas to an epic timeline of Chinese dynasties and cultural artefacts, The Art of Chinese Living is a joy to behold and a treasure to share. In the words of the author, 'This volume of books is a gift to all the Chinese people, as well as all who have a love for Chinese culture. My objective was to enable everyone to access Chinese culture in their everyday lives, rather than something that could only be appreciated in museums or history books.'

Author : Sunamita Lim
Publisher : Gibbs Smith
ISBN 13 : 9781423600213
Total Pages : 172 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chinese Style written by Sunamita Lim and published by Gibbs Smith. This book was released on 2006 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take the popular decorating concept of Feng Shui to a whole new level with authentic information on how to create a Chinese aesthetic. Learn how to alleviate clutter and increase the flow of chi, the universal life force; discover ways of integrating Chinese furniture and decorative arts to decorating styles; and stroll through a rich collection of images from homes, museums, and galleries.

Author : Michael Levy
Publisher : Holt Paperbacks
ISBN 13 : 1429972831
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.33/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Kosher Chinese written by Michael Levy and published by Holt Paperbacks. This book was released on 2011-07-05 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An irreverent tale of an American Jew serving in the Peace Corps in rural China, which reveals the absurdities, joys, and pathos of a traditional society in flux In September of 2005, the Peace Corps sent Michael Levy to teach English in the heart of China's heartland. His hosts in the city of Guiyang found additional uses for him: resident expert on Judaism, romantic adviser, and provincial basketball star, to name a few. His account of overcoming vast cultural differences to befriend his students and fellow teachers is by turns poignant and laugh-out-loud funny. While reveling in the peculiarities of life in China's interior, the author also discovered that the "other billion" (people living far from the coastal cities covered by the American media) have a complex relationship with both their own traditions and the rapid changes of modernization. Lagging behind in China's economic boom, they experience the darker side of "capitalism with Chinese characteristics," daily facing the schizophrenia of conflicting ideologies. Kosher Chinese is an illuminating account of the lives of the residents of Guiyang, particularly the young people who will soon control the fate of the world.

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Publisher : Art Media Resources
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 196 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book 中國古典家具舆生活環境 written by and published by Art Media Resources. This book was released on 1998 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This ground-breaking book, in English and Chinese, features classical Chinese furniture in hardwoods alongside regional vernacular furniture in softwoods. Examples in both categories are drawn from the Kai-Yin Lo Collection as well as other sources. It is also the first time that furniture is placed in the context of the household, architecture and the living environment. Essays by leading scholars offers an in-depth examination and open new avenues of enquiry and scholarship creating new understanding.

Author : Philippe Otie
Publisher : Harry N. Abrams
ISBN 13 : 9781906838553
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Chinese Life written by Philippe Otie and published by Harry N. Abrams. This book was released on 2012-09-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This graphic novel traces the development of the modern Chinese state while the author chronicles the trials and tribulations of the Chinese everyman as he embraces the new order in childhood, serves in the military and with agricultural labor, and becomes a member of the Communist Party.

Author : John Blofeld
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1000292819
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.17/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Chinese Art of Tea written by John Blofeld and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2022-10-30 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1985, The Chinese Art of Tea is an exploration into the history of tea and the Chinese art of tea, known as ch’a-shu. The book begins by delving into the history and legends surrounding tea before moving on to a study of the Emperor Hui Tsung’s treatise on tea and approaches to tea during the Ming Dynasty. It discusses tea gardens, teahouses, the relationship between tea and ceramics, and the connection between tea and health. The book also features a detailed manual for practising the art of drinking tea, including advice for choosing tea, buying tea, different types of infusion and drinking vessels, and the attitude required for obtaining the fullest satisfaction from tea. The Chinese Art of Tea is ideal for anyone with an interest in the history and art of drinking tea, and the social and cultural history of China.

Author : Kathy Wu
Publisher : eBook Partnership
ISBN 13 : 9810945353
Total Pages : 135 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chinese Art of Living written by Kathy Wu and published by eBook Partnership. This book was released on 2015-03-01 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an unique translation of a Chinese classic that is re-written in modern simplified Chinese language with Pinyin. This Chinese classic covers a wide range of topics on the art of living in the Chinese culture, according to the doctrines of the Taoism and Confucianism in Chinese philosophy. Each Chinese character or word (if appropriate) is grouped together with its translation and Pinyin pronunciation to help a learner of the Chinese language master the modern Chinese language. From this text, the learner can also learn about Chinese culture, Chinese philosophy and Chinese way of life.

Author : Sharon Leece
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1462906702
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.03/5 ( download)

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Download or read book China Living written by Sharon Leece and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-05-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gain insight into the world's hyper-modern design paradise with this stunning Chinese interior design book. In this rapidly-changing nation, the pioneering spirit of a new China manifests itself in cutting-edge design and architecture. An insatiable appetite for creative new directions is leading interior designers to infuse their work with a fresh vision rooted in Chinese culture but totally of the moment. The traditional aesthetic values of elegance, subtlety and proportion and a deep-rooted sense of China's ancient culture and art are still evident—but modern materials and techniques now form the cornerstones of new design movements. China Living Provides a fascinating overview of China's diverse design landscape today. From modernist mountain villas to high-rise condominiums, and from artistic retreats in former industrial buildings to refurbished courtyard homes—the array of lifestyles and design options in China are as varied as the country itself. China Living unveils the most exciting homes in Beijing, Shanghai and Hongkong—three of the world's most dynamic cities. From Beijing's creative formalism to Shanghai's energetic glamour and Hongkong's latest high-tech and cultural fusion—all of the homes in this book exemplify different facets of an emerging identity that is uniquely Chinese and yet has global appeal. Design topics include: Back to the Future New Creativity Urban Innovation Elemental Appeal City Glamour This stunning, colorful book offers a detailed view of the lifestyle of modern China, arguably the most exiting place on the planet right now.

Author : Henry C. Lu
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company Incorporated
ISBN 13 : 9780806958309
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chinese Foods for Longevity written by Henry C. Lu and published by Sterling Publishing Company Incorporated. This book was released on 1990 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the Chinese approach to nutrition of using food to promote health and to prevent and treat illness, and recommends foods for alleviating specific illnesses

Author : Richard Craze
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780760737859
Total Pages : 70 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Instant Feng Shui written by Richard Craze and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teaches how to arrange furniture, rooms and the location of buildings to enhanse your career, family life, health and prosperity according to the theories of the ancient Chinese art called feng shui.