This stunning photo collection explores China's geography, culture, and heritage through the lens of the Five Elements (Wu Xing) philosophy: water, wood, fire, earth, and gold (metal). Each section is dedicated to a single element, showcasing how that element manifests in the Chinese landscape, traditional architecture, art, and everyday life, providing a unique visual understanding of the rela…
This textbook presents a comprehensive chronology of the development of Chinese art from prehistoric times to the modern period. It covers a wide range of art forms, including painting, calligraphy, sculpture, architecture, ceramics, and folk art. Emphasis is placed on the distinctive characteristics of each dynasty, its philosophical influences, and the stylistic evolution that shape China's r…
This textbook or reference book presents a comprehensive survey of the history of Chinese visual arts, spanning the period from the Neolithic to the 20th century. It covers the evolution of styles in painting, calligraphy, sculpture, ceramics, and architecture, highlighting important works, leading artists, and the philosophical and historical contexts that shaped China's unique and profound ar…
China from the 1911 Revolution to Liberation presents a comprehensive and analytic history of China’s turbulent transformation from the fall of the Qing dynasty in 1911 to the Communist victory in 1949. Written by renowned French scholars Jean Chesneaux, Françoise Le Barbier, and Marie-Claire Bergère, the book examines major political, social, and ideological shifts that shaped modern China…
Modern China and Its Revolutionary Process provides a comprehensive scholarly analysis of China’s political, social, and ideological transformations between 1850 and 1920. Robert A. Scalapino and George T. Yu examine the recurrent revolutionary challenges to China’s traditional imperial structure, beginning with the Taiping Rebellion and extending through late Qing reform attempts and the e…
Sejarah Tiongkok karya Ivan Taniputera merupakan tinjauan komprehensif peradaban Tiongkok dari dinasti-dinasti awal hingga era modern. Buku ini mengeksplorasi perkembangan politik, budaya, ekonomi, dan sosial utama yang membentuk Tiongkok melalui berbagai periode sejarah. Buku ini mencakup kebangkitan dan kejatuhan dinasti, tradisi filsafat seperti Konfusianisme dan Taoisme, hubungan luar neger…
The Study of Chinese Society is a collection of influential essays by anthropologist Maurice Freedman, selected and introduced by G. William Skinner. The book examines the social organization, kinship systems, lineage structures, and cultural patterns of traditional and modern Chinese communities. Freedman's work is foundational in the anthropology of China, offering key theoretical insights in…
This book examines the charm and artistic value of Jingju, the historical tradition of Beijing opera, performance forms, stage aesthetics, vocal and movement techniques, and the role of Jingju in contemporary Chinese culture. The text presents an analysis of Jingju's dramatic and musical elements, along with examples of performances and a note on its modern development.
This book presents a comprehensive biography of Mao Zedong, from his childhood and education to his encounter with Marxism, his involvement in the revolution, to the peak of his power and the period of his rule in the People's Republic of China. The author analyzes Mao's character, ideology, political and military decisions, and the historical impact of his leadership, both achievements and con…
“Mao Zedong on Diplomacy” is a comprehensive collection of Mao Zedong’s major statements, conversations, and instructions concerning China’s foreign policy from the early years of the People’s Republic through the 1970s. Compiled and translated from official Chinese-language sources, the volume provides insight into Mao’s strategic thinking, diplomatic philosophy, and interactions w…