Chinese Quyi Acrobatics Puppetry and Shadow Theater examines various forms of traditional Chinese performing arts, including quyi (folk art and music), acrobatics, puppetry, and shadow theater. It outlines the history, artistic characteristics, social functions, and cultural significance of each of these forms in Chinese society. Compiled as part of the Chinese Culture and Art Series, this book…
Foods provides an extensive exploration of Chinese culinary traditions, delving into the rich and diverse food culture that has evolved over thousands of years. The book covers a variety of traditional Chinese dishes, cooking techniques, and regional specialties, highlighting the historical, cultural, and social significance of food in Chinese society. It examines the role of food in Chinese fa…
China is the second home of Buddhism where many Buddhist sects were originated. Since Buddhism wa introduced to the country some 2.000 years ago, innumerable Buddhist classics have been translated and disseminated. Among the world's three major schools of Buddhism, Pali Language Buddhism, Han-Language Buddhism and Tibetan Language Buddhism, the latter two were both born in China.