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…
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…