Origins Of Chinese Tea And Wine 2010 Edition Epub
DOWNLOAD eBooks
Download Origins Of Chinese Tea And Wine 2010 Edition Epub PDF/ePub or read online books in Mobi eBooks. Click Download or Read Online button to get Origins Of Chinese Tea And Wine 2010 Edition Epub book now. This website allows unlimited access to, at the time of writing, more than 1.5 million titles, including hundreds of thousands of titles in various foreign languages. If the content not found or just blank you must refresh this page
Origins Of Chinese Tea And Wine 2010 Edition Epub
DOWNLOAD eBooks
Author : Asiapac Editorial
language : en
Publisher: Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Release Date : 2018-10-02
Origins Of Chinese Tea And Wine 2010 Edition Epub written by Asiapac Editorial and has been published by Asiapac Books Pte Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-02 with Comics & Graphic Novels categories.
Tea and wine have a long history in China. In fact, both have become firmly entrenched in the culture and customs of the Chinese people, featuring prominently in the traditional rites of ancestral worship and in social situations. Discover the origins and varieties of tea and wine, and learn about: * Famous Chinese teas and wines * The etiquette and methods for preparing and serving tea and wine * The health-giving properties of tea and wine * Unique customs practised among the minority peoples in China * Interesting facts and ancient stories relating to tea and wine Not only will this book entertain and inspire, it will enrich your understanding of the Chinese culture!
Origins Of Chinese Cuisine 2010 Edition Epub
DOWNLOAD eBooks
Author : Xu Shitao
language : en
Publisher: Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Release Date : 2018-09-03
Origins Of Chinese Cuisine 2010 Edition Epub written by Xu Shitao and has been published by Asiapac Books Pte Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-03 with Comics & Graphic Novels categories.
Chinese cuisine is so well-known in the world that even people who know little else about the country and its culture have heard about or tasted Chinese food. Origins of Chinese Cuisine showcases some of the most famous and best-relished dishes. Here you will learn about: * Unique characteristics of each regional cuisine * Fascinating stories behind these selected dishes * Their development into their present-day form * Some of the lavish and singular banquet styles The dishes introduced here, including 'Buddha Jumps Over the Wall' and 'Peking Roast Duck', are some of the most popular among scores of delicious and extraordinary dishes, and this entertaining account will no doubt delight fans of Chinese cuisine.
Origins Of Chinese Culture 2010 Edition Epub
DOWNLOAD eBooks
Author : Li Xiaoxiang
language : en
Publisher: Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Release Date : 2018-09-13
Origins Of Chinese Culture 2010 Edition Epub written by Li Xiaoxiang and has been published by Asiapac Books Pte Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-13 with Comics & Graphic Novels categories.
Origins of Chinese Culture guides you through the perplexing maze of all things Chinese. Pick up interesting facts about the "Four Treasures of the Study"--the brush, ink, paper and inkstone--which form the cornerstone of Chinese culture. Be enthralled by the charming stories of Chinese icons: * Cao Cao, who hinted that he wanted a door widened just by writing a character on the door. * Shi Kuang, whose music was said to resurrect the dead. * Wu Daozi, who never completed his paintings for fear that they would come alive. You will be amazed by the wisdom and exquisite allure of Chinese culture, and be treated to insights into Chinese music, weiqi, xiangqi, calligraphy and painting!
Origins Of Chinese Names 2010 Edition Epub
DOWNLOAD eBooks
Author : Lim SK
language : en
Publisher: Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Release Date : 2018-09-24
Origins Of Chinese Names 2010 Edition Epub written by Lim SK and has been published by Asiapac Books Pte Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-24 with Comics & Graphic Novels categories.
Did you know that if your surname is Ji and Jiang, it would mean that you are actually a descendant of the legendary emperors? And interestingly, the predecessors who fled from the despotic King Zhou of the Shang Dynasty named themselves after the things that saved them: Li, which stood for the wild fruit muzi, and Lin, the forest which was a hide-out from the king! Find out more fascinating details about 100 Chinese family names: * Difference between surnames and clan names. * Stories related to the most common surnames: Li, Wang, Zhang, Liu, Chen, Yang, Huang, and more. * Naming traditions; names and fortune; manner of addressing. As the book covers the entire span of recorded Chinese history from the past to the present, you will find it an eye-opener as a reference manual and a delightful source of little-known facts.
Origins Of Chinese Opera 2010 Edition Epub
DOWNLOAD eBooks
Author : Lim SK
language : en
Publisher: Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Release Date : 2018-09-26
Origins Of Chinese Opera 2010 Edition Epub written by Lim SK and has been published by Asiapac Books Pte Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-26 with Comics & Graphic Novels categories.
Chinese opera is one of the world's oldest dramatic forms and a well-loved treasure of Chinese culture. It is a wonderful combination of dance, music, literature, poetry, singing and dialogue, acrobatics and martial arts to create a unique form of acting that includes "singing, speaking, acting and acrobatic fighting". Find out more fascinating details about Chinese opera: * Why is the clown mask so colourful? * Who is the "big painted face"? * What does it signify when an opera performer stands on the table? Origins of Chinese Opera is definitely an eye-catching book complete with pictures and comics vividly portraying various opera genres popular in China. You will be fascinated by how the art form is able to transform and adapt itself to appeal to the sophisticated audience of our digital era.
Popular Chinese Fables 2010 Edition Epub
DOWNLOAD eBooks
Author : Wu Jingyu
language : en
Publisher: Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Release Date : 2018-12-21
Popular Chinese Fables 2010 Edition Epub written by Wu Jingyu and has been published by Asiapac Books Pte Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-12-21 with Comics & Graphic Novels categories.
One of the earliest literary works of mankind is in the form of fables. Bedside stories told to children by mothers or grannies contained a great deal of fables. Fables are made up of amusing anecdotes which are interesting, educational, thought-provoking, delightful and enjoyable to people of all ages. Ancient these fables may seem, but when they are summarised into their pithy titles, they become idioms of common usage among the people even to these modern days. This book contains more than 70 Chinese fables that have been handed down from ancient times, told with lively comic illustrations by Chinese cartoonist Tian Hengyu who is renowned for his expressive illustrations with crisp and clear-cut lines. You are sure to be amused as you go through all these ancient stories and you will also be amazed by the subtlety and succinctness of meaning conveyed by them.
Great Chinese Emperors 2010 Edition Epub
DOWNLOAD eBooks
Author : Tian Hengyu
language : en
Publisher: Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Release Date : 2018-11-13
Great Chinese Emperors 2010 Edition Epub written by Tian Hengyu and has been published by Asiapac Books Pte Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-11-13 with Comics & Graphic Novels categories.
Throughout the history of China, many rulers had come and gone. Who are the ones still standing tall in the annals of history as a result of their outstanding contributions and awe-inspiring character? There were the Three Sage Kings and the Five Legendary Rulers who painstakingly laid the foundation for Chinese civilisation. They were followed by luminaries like Emperor Shihuang of the Qin Dynasty who first unified China, Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty who brought unprecedented prosperity to the land, and Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty who contributed to the progress of the sciences. All these eminent emperors had one thing in common: their love for their people. Who are the other great sovereigns who took personal responsibility for the people's happiness? Read on and find out!
Origins Of Chinese Tea And Wine
DOWNLOAD eBooks
Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004
Origins Of Chinese Tea And Wine written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Drinking customs categories.
Origins Of Chinese Tea And Wine
DOWNLOAD eBooks
Author :
language : en
Publisher: Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Release Date : 2004
Origins Of Chinese Tea And Wine written by and has been published by Asiapac Books Pte Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Drinking customs categories.
"The newest entry in this popular series shows the long history of tea & wine in China, including famous teas and wines, proper etiquette for serving the drinks, a discussion of the health-giving properties, and interesting facts and anecdotes about tea and wine. An entertaining way to learn more about these essential aspects of Chinese culture!"
Origins Of Chinese Food Culture 2012 Edition Epub
DOWNLOAD eBooks
Author : Fu Chunjiang
language : en
Publisher: Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Release Date : 2018-09-18
Origins Of Chinese Food Culture 2012 Edition Epub written by Fu Chunjiang and has been published by Asiapac Books Pte Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-18 with Comics & Graphic Novels categories.
Origins of Chinese Food Culture is the latest addition to Asiapac's collection of books on Chinese culture. This volume brings you through the origins, history, customs, and fascinating tales behind the intricate and perplexing labyrinth of customs and taboos, and the art and science of Chinese food culture. Did you know that: * Tables and chairs did not enter common usage until the Southern Song period? * Female chefs were once the rage in ancient China? * Zhuge Liang defeated his enemy with mantou? * Youtiao was also known as 'deep-fried ghost'? * Chopsticks were once reputed to detect poison? Read about all these and many other enthralling facts in this info-packed book. With this well-illustrated and easy-to-read volume, understanding Chinese culture has never been easier.