This book, firstly, briefly introduces the long history of tea cultivation, preparation and consumption in China, as well as the unique culture of tea drinking; secondly, in accordance with the six main varieties of tea: green tea, yellow tea, oolong, white tea, black tea and other famous teas produced in China, different regions of China

This book contains a selection of approximately 200 tshatsha. Classified according to Buddhist deities (Buddha, Bodhisattva, Dharmapala, Guru, Stupas, and others), it presents precious tshatsha from the Yuan Dynasty to the present day, explaining their materials, functions, religious significance, and artistic features. Tshatsha made from different materials and by different manufacturers generally correspond to different classes

В этой книге прослеживается хронология эпохи Юань Ю династии Северная Сун, охватывающая более десяти лет, и рассматриваются политические действия многих высокопоставленных чиновников, которые стали движущей силой важнейших исторических событий. В книге используются конкретные ежемесячные временные точки для связи основных событий этой эпохи, что позволяет получить панорамный обзор и подробное представление изменений при дворе, кадровых назначений и отставок, борьбы фракций, международных отношений и политики управления в эпоху Юань Ю

This book briefly introduces the history of the Great Wall, tracing its course from east to west. It selects over 40 notable locations, each richly illustrated with illustrations and text, showcasing their architecture, historical allusions, and unique significance

This book tells the story of wood in China down through the ages. Wood is an eloquent instructor helping people to understand China"s ancient civilization

The states became bored with their positiond on the map and decide to change place for a while. Also includes facts about the states

In "The Luck of Roaring Camp" a baby is born. He brings good luck - they say, and so they call him "The Luck". We meet Yuba Bill in "Miss Mullins of the Sierras". He's taking passengers across the mountains, but they're afraid. And in "A Portrait of Jack Hamlin", Jack changes a girl's life. But is he good or bad?

The production of ceramics in China has a long history and ancient origins, rich in cultural significance and symbolism. This introductory overview covers the history and techniques of Chinese ceramics, the intertwinning of such history with Chinese civilization at large and the role of ceramics in export trade and cultural exchanges. The two separate chapters, on pottery and porcelain which are each unique and nonetheless closely related in their historical evolution, highlight their glorious achievement and enchanting appeal