Chinese architecture is one of the most varied architectures in the world. Stretching all the way back to 5000 years ago, it has evolved over the years to incorporate the vast influences of the various people who have impacted Chinese society. A great introduction to...
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In the Chinese way of describing the necessities of life, clothing ranks at the top of "garments, food, shelter, and means of travel." In this country, with a long history of garments and ornaments, clothing plays an important part in ancient mythology, history...
The creators of Chinese folk art are mostly women and they come from the working class of China's rural areas. The presence of Chinese folk art is evident in everyday food, clothing, shelter, transportation, traditional festivals, ceremonies and rituals, and in...
Put on your thinking cap and treat yourself to a collection of rebus puzzles that ask you to combine words, pictures, and letters to produce an answer. The clever riddles will have you puzzling over images of a dotted lion, the U.S. Mint, a panda chomping on dollar...
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China has a rich, artistic tradition extending back thousands of years. Art and Architecture of China surveys the art treasures of this vibrant civilization, from ancient and imperial China to today's People's Republic. The arts of each era are interpreted in...
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Now you can knit your child a sweater incorporating a Chinese zodiac pattern. This kit includes complete patterns for each of the 12 zodiac animals. Use them to create special sweaters, Christmas stockings, bags, or anything your imagination can create.
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Asian Kites introduces children to the fascinating art of kite making. Through the fun and approachable projects in this book, children will learn all of the steps for creating beautiful, unique and creative kites with easy-to-find materials. Children can delight...
This beautiful book provides a straightforward introduction to the origin, forms and development of Chinese calligraphy, including the various kinds of calligraphy styles and principles. The author focuses on introducing representative calligraphers from the four...
Over 1,000 years of Chinese fashions for men and women are spotlighted in this exquisitely rendered coloring book--from a strapless high-waisted dress with a transparent outer robe worn during the Tang Dynasty (a.d. 618-907) to an elegant, knee-length sheath trimmed...
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Add some beautiful accents to an endless array of projects with this beautiful publication including nearly 200 copyright-free motifs including: pandas, bamboo, cranes, dragons, peacocks, florals, landscapes, and many more. Perfect for graphic design, craft projects...
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Learn the fundamental aspects of Chinese chess - the rules, the board and the basic moves and values of the pieces through clear examples and 170 diagrams. After teaching the basics of the game, Lau goes a step further to instruct readers in tactics, methods for...
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Chinese cuisine has become an important part of the world's culture, but every region has its own style of Chinese food. This book includes 118 home-style traditional Chinese dishes, with over 560 colored pictures. Preparation methods are explained step-by-step with...