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OverviewThis is a new edition (revised in 2024) of a book that has brought the author a certificate of commendation from California's Santa Clara County government for contribution to cultural diversity. It's a well-deserved honor. Poetry is the most concise and precise expression of a culture. A Poetic Portal to Chinese Culture is therefore your smartest start to learn everything about one of the world's oldest civilizations. Through in-depth but easy-to-read interpretations of Chinese poetry, this book with captivating color pictures familiarizes you with all the flamboyant Chinese festivals of the year and shows you Chinese people's core values. With its 12 chapters named after the 12 months of the year, this book takes you through an imaginary calendar year to embrace one Chinese custom after another in chronological order. As a month usually contains four to five weeks, each chapter presents English translations of four or five famous Chinese poems that portray the chapter's designated time of year. Envision Chinese poetry as an arch of wisteria growing from Chinese culture to crown the culture's entrance. If you are one of the outsiders who appreciate the calligraphy of Chinese poems but don't know their meanings, let the author of this book unlock the gate of language for you, and guide you all the way into the heart of the cultural garden. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Crystal TaiPublisher: Independently Published Imprint: Independently Published Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 0.60cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.163kg ISBN: 9798335021043Pages: 114 Publication Date: 06 August 2024 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |