Cloth art is one of the most striking forms of Chinese folk arts and crafts. Made of cloth and other materials, and incorporated with themes that reflect people's longing for a good life, the cloth items are made with techniques similar to those used for other forms...
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In the long process of Chinese history a lot of symbolic designs with auspicious meanings have been created. People use these designs to exorcize evil spirits, ask for blessing of various deities and express their high hopes for life as well. Themed on good...
The emergence of bronze ware is an important chapter in the civilization history of human being. Though China is not the first country to make bronze ware in the world, it has enjoyed a unique position in the world history relying on the great variety of bronze ware,...
With a long history and brilliant ethnic features, Chinese music is an important part of Chinese culture. Its historic background, various categories, inheritable mode, and cultural connotation distinguish it on the world music stage. This book introduces the...
Wushu, the Chinese martial art form known as Kungfu in the West, is a valuable cultural heritage of Chinese people and contribution to human civilization. Wushu, often used in the form of combat, consists of several different kinds of movements. The Chinese people’s...
As the essence of cultural spirit and the records of social life in different periods, the Chinese sculpture vividly depicts the Chinese history. This book follows the historical development of Chinese sculpture, selects representative works in various historical...
Historically China was the most advanced country in ceramics making in the world. This book looks at the manufacture, function, artistic characteristics and textures of various periods of Chinese ceramic arts. It includes artistic appraisals and collectors' items,...
China is a country with multiple theatrical activities spread over its large area. Chinese traditional opera, an integration of singing and performance, is the most common unique and representative form of Chinese theater. Over more than 800 years, it has maintained...
My name is Mimi, I'm eight years old, and I'm learning calligraphy! A fun and engaging way to learn, My First Book of Chinese Calligraphy is an excellent introduction to China and one of China's most recognizable arts for young people. Join Mimi as she takes the...
This is the first problem book in English to cover the entire game of Go by illustrating the nuances of the opening (fuseki), middle (chuban) and endgame (yose). Also included are chapters on clever moves (tesuji), life and death (shikatsu), how to win corner...
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A Beginner's Guide to American Mah Jongg is the only book available which is specifically geared toward American mah jongg and follows the official National Mah Jongg League rules. Offering first-time players an easy-to-follow guide to this complex game, A Beginner's...
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The art of clay figure modeling in China boasts a long history that dates back to the Neolithic Age （about4,000 to 10,000 years B.P.）For instance, some pottery pigs and sheep have been discovered at the 6,000to7,000-year-old Hemudu site in Zhejiang...
