Culture and Customs of China (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313308765)

With great care and judicious inclusion of noteworthy material, Gunde has provided a one-stop reference on the contributions of the Chinese and their way of life. In one volume, the essence of China--past and present--is brilliantly captured. The extensive coverage includes chapters on the land, history, and people; thought and religion; literature and art; music and dance; food and clothing; architecture and housing; family and gender; and holidays and leisure activities. The volume is further enhanced by a chronology, guide to pronunciation, glossary, suggested readings, numerous photos, and volume map.

China is ever-important on the global stage as the world's second-largest and most populous country. Up-to-date and written with warmth, eloquence, and authority, Culture and Customs of China will be a popular source for students and the interested reader seeking to understand the modern people and culture in the context of an ancient history.

Author: Richard Gunde
ISBN-10: 0313308764
ISBN-13: 9780313308765
Publisher: Greenwood
Language: English
Published: 10/30/2001
Pages: 280
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.34lbs
Size: 9.65h x 6.35w x 0.95d

Review Citation(s):
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2002 pg. 49
Reference and Research Bk News 02/01/2002 pg. 37