The Heart of the Dragon Alasdair Clayre China History Culture 1985 Book
Width: 8.5
Depth: 1.0
Description
The Heart of the Dragon by Alasdair Clayre is an extensively illustrated exploration of China and its people, examining the country’s history, customs, traditions, philosophies, and everyday life. Written as a companion to the PBS television series of the same name, the book offers an engaging look at both traditional Chinese culture and the changes taking place in modern China.
Organized around subjects including emperors and rebels, religion and philosophy, marriage and family, food, labor, industry, medicine, art, and trade, the book provides a broad portrait of Chinese society. Richly illustrated with color and black-and-white photographs and maps, it is a useful reference for readers interested in Chinese history, culture, art, and social life.
281 pages
Height (In): 11.0
Width (In): 8.5
Depth (In): 1.0
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Approximate Age: 1985
Language: english
ISBN: 9780395353363
Page Number: 281