Isbn: 9781333875039 - a General Description of China, Vol. 1: Containing the Topography of the Fifteen Provinces Which Compose this Vast Empire, That of Tartary, the Isles, and Other Tributary Countries (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. An exploration of the history, geography, culture, and people of China from a Western perspective. The author, an Italian missionary who lived in China in the 17th century, provides a comprehensive account of the country, offering insights into daily life, customs, government, and the arts. The book contains a detailed description of the Chinese civilization and an informed perspective on the relationship between the Jesuits and the Chinese court. This book offers a captivating look at a fascinating country and an insightful examination of a significant period of cultural exchange. 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. …