Excerpt from The Chinese Empire, Vol. 1: Historical and Descriptive, Illustrating the Manners and Customs of the Chinese, in a Series of Steel Engravings, From Original Sketches
This Work has been produced with a View to illustrate, by means of Steel Engravings and descriptive letterpress, the manners and customs, arts, sciences, and antiquities of the Chinese empire, China is a peculiar country, and its inhabitants are a peculiar people - perhaps the most peculiar people on the face of the earth. Though possessing many claims to our attention, and these claims being continually added to by the ever-increasing intercourse between that country and other nations, their habits and surroundings have never yet been adequately brought under the notice of the public. The series of Engravings with which this book is illustrated will, it is believed, do much to supply this deficiency. They have been engraved from drawings taken on the spot, and may be relied on, in every case, as depicting, with truth and accuracy, the scenes they represent. Aided by the accompanying descriptions, it will be found that a better and truer notion of things Chinese is here embodied than can elsewhere be gained.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on a journey through the vast and fascinating history of the Chinese Empire. The author explores the rise and fall of dynasties, from the legendary rule of the first emperor, Chi-Hoang-Ti, to the tumultuous reigns of the Han dynasty and beyond. The book delves into the cultural and social landscape of the period, offering insights into the development of Chinese art, religion, and philosophy. A key focus of the book is the impact of Confucius's teachings, examining his lasting influence on Chinese government and society. The book also presents a vibrant account of the lives and customs of the Chinese people, their rituals and beliefs, and the intricate workings of their unique political system. Through captivating descriptions and detailed accounts, the author unveils the enduring legacy of the Chinese Empire, its cultural triumphs, and the complex interplay between power, tradition, and change. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334007439_0
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