Unravel the exciting mystery behind Chinese martial arts, or Wushu, an exotic branch of traditional Chinese culture in this exciting book. Trace evolution of this special art form from the early rough and ready brawls of Chinese cavemen to the polished gongfu of...
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Let this book guide you through the perplexing maze of all things Chinese. Pick up interesting facts about the "Four Treasures of Study" - brush, ink, paper and ink stone - which form the cornerstone of Chinese culture. Study in great detail the origin of...
This fascinating book brings you not only the stories behind the origins of Chinese food, but also explains the customs and taboos as well. Find out interesting facts including how chopsticks were once used to detect poison, how tables and chairs did not enter common...
This audio CD is the companion for the book, Far East Chinese Culture for Children, which is an excellent children's resource to learn about Chinese culture, as well as the Chinese language. This CD covers all of the text in the book in both English and...
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"What was made in China 2,000 years ago and is still used today?" This is the riddle Ge-Hui's lost Paper Butterfly must solve to get a ride home on a dragon's back. To find an answer, Paper Butterfly flits far and wide - to the great city of Beijing and its Forbidden...
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A spectacular and informative guide to the history of the great Chinese empire and the customs and traditions of its people. Stunning real-life photographs and lifelike models offer a unique "eyewitness" view of life in imperial China, from its...
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Through the vibrant watercolors and simple but highly evocative sketches of Fu Ji Tsang, discover an authentic China expressed with emotion and sensitivity. In My Chinese Sketchbook, East meets West as the artist depicts typical scenes from his native country in the...
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Origins of Chinese Science and Technology delves into the accumulated knowledge of the oldest major civilization still existing. Even today, China's many contributions to science and technology remain as vital and relevant in our daily lives as when they were...
History is always fascinating with the rise and fall of kingdoms and dynasties, the twists and turns of events, and the triumphs and tragedies of the individual. Asiapac Books launched the "History Express" series to enhance the understanding of China's...
Gods of Blessings, Prosperity and Longevity are some of the most popular gods created in the rich imagination of the ancient Chinese people. There are many fascinating tales about the origins of these gods and the generosity and kindness they bestow on mortals....
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Meet the strong Chinese women who dared to prove their worth down through the centuries of China's long history! Readers will also discover how today's women in China are having an influence in their own nation and beyond. At the same...
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Through an engaging bilingual narrative and lovely, full-color photos, Zhang Yue gives readers a tour of her hometown, beautiful and historic Beijing. She starts the day with a visit to her grandmother in a hutong, or neighborhood, in the old part of the city. Along...
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