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John Chinaman: His Ways And Notions

John Chinaman: His Ways And Notions

Cockburn, George

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PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesChinese History

ISBN10: 1432537563
ISBN13: 9781432537562
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 10 2007
Pages: 224
Weight: 0.74
Height: 0.51 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
John Chinaman: His Ways And Notions is a book written by George Cockburn that provides an in-depth exploration of the Chinese culture and way of life. The book is a collection of essays that cover various aspects of Chinese society, including their customs, beliefs, traditions, and social norms. The author draws upon his own experiences of living in China, as well as historical accounts and observations from other travelers and scholars. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of Chinese culture. The first section discusses the Chinese language and its unique characteristics, including its complex writing system and tonal pronunciation. The second section explores Chinese religion and philosophy, including Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism. The third section delves into Chinese society and its complex social hierarchy, including the role of family, education, and government. The fourth section covers Chinese art and literature, including poetry, calligraphy, painting, and architecture. The final section of the book discusses the Chinese economy and its historical development, including the impact of Western imperialism and modernization.Overall, John Chinaman: His Ways And Notions provides a fascinating and comprehensive look into the Chinese culture and way of life. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Chinese history, society, and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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