Die chinesische Kultur ist von einer unglaublichen Symbolvielfalt geprägt. Der renommierte Sinologe Wolfram Eberhard stellt die wichtigsten rund 400 Symbole vor und erläutert ihre Bedeutungen und Lesarten. Sein Lexikon gilt als das Standardwerk zur chinesischen Bildsprache. Ausstattung: 300 schw.-w. Abb.
The official dynastic histories apply to the course of Chinese history the criterion of Confucian ethics; for them history is a textbook of ethics, designed to show by means of examples how the man of high character should behave or not behave. We have to go deeper, and try to extract the historic truth from these records. Many specialized studies by Chinese, Japanese, and Western scholars on problems of Chinese history are now available and of assistance in this task.
Traditional Chinese fairy tales are brought to life in this 1937 collection, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and storytelling traditions of China. The tales are transcribed verbatim from the oral narratives shared by a prominent scholar, preserving their authenticity and charm. Readers can explore a variety of enchanting stories that reflect the values, beliefs, and imagination of Chinese folklore.
