This travel guide offers a fun and informative guide to exploring Tibet. It covers historical sites like the Potala Palace and important monasteries, the stunning natural landscapes of the highlands, and provides in-depth insights into Tibetan customs, daily life, and Buddhist practices. It is designed for travelers seeking an immersive experience on the "Roof of the World."
This visually rich cultural volume introduces readers to the Five Elements—Water, Wood, Fire, Earth, and Gold—which form the symbolic foundation of traditional Chinese philosophy, aesthetics, and identity. Laurence J. Brahm explores how these elements have shaped China’s history, architecture, arts, lifestyles, beliefs, and environmental perspectives. Through narrative and imagery, the bo…
China: Facts and Figures 1996 is a comprehensive reference book that presents the latest data, statistics, and information on the People's Republic of China in the mid-1990s. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the political, economic, social, and cultural conditions, as well as scientific and technological developments in China after two decades of reform and openness. Through table…