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Ginkgo Village

Author : Tamara Jacka
Publisher : ANU Press
ISBN 13 : 1760466425
Total Pages : 314 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (64 download)

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Download or read book Ginkgo Village written by Tamara Jacka and published by ANU Press. This book was released on 2024-06-04 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ginkgo Village provides an original and powerfully intimate bottom-up perspective on China’s recent tumultuous history. Drawing on ethnographic and life-history research, the book takes readers deep into a village in a mountainous region of central-eastern China known as Eyuwan. In the twentieth and early twenty-first centuries, villagers in this region experienced terrible trauma and far-reaching socio‑economic and political change. In the civil war (1927–1949), they were slaughtered in fighting between Nationalist and Communist forces. During the Great Leap Forward (1958–1961), they suffered appalling famine. Since the 1990s, mass labour outmigration has lifted local villagers out of poverty and fuelled major transformations in their circumstances and practices, social and family relationships, and values and aspirations. At the heart of this book are eight tales that recreate Ginkgo Village life and the interactions between villagers and the researchers who visit them. These tales use storytelling to engender an empathetic understanding of Ginkgo Villagers’ often traumatic life experiences; to present concrete details about transformations in everyday village life in an engaging manner; and to explore the challenges and rewards of fieldwork research that attempts empathetic understanding across cultures.

The Aura of Confucius

Author : Julia K. Murray
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 100903426X
Total Pages : 361 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (9 download)

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Download or read book The Aura of Confucius written by Julia K. Murray and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2021-11-25 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Aura of Confucius is a ground-breaking study that reconstructs the remarkable history of Kongzhai, a shrine founded on the belief that Confucius' descendants buried the sage's robe and cap a millennium after his death and far from his home in Qufu, Shandong. Improbably located on the outskirts of modern Shanghai, Kongzhai featured architecture, visual images, and physical artifacts that created a 'Little Queli,' a surrogate for the temple, cemetery, and Kong descendants' mansion in Qufu. Centered on the Tomb of the Robe and Cap, with a Sage Hall noteworthy for displaying sculptural icons and not just inscribed tablets, Kongzhai attracted scholarly pilgrims who came to experience Confucius's beneficent aura. Although Kongzhai gained recognition from the Kangxi emperor, its fortunes declined with modernization, and it was finally destroyed during the Cultural Revolution. Unlike other sites, Kongzhai has not been rebuilt and its history is officially forgotten, despite the Confucian revival in contemporary China.

Ginkgo

Author : Peter R. Crane
Publisher : Yale University Press
ISBN 13 : 0300187513
Total Pages : 406 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (1 download)

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Download or read book Ginkgo written by Peter R. Crane and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2013-03-19 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents the life story of a ginkgo tree, from its origin and proliferation to its decline and resurgence, highlighting the tree's cultural and social significance, medicinal uses, and role as a source of religious and artistic inspiration.

Lake of Heaven

Author :
Publisher : Lexington Books
ISBN 13 : 0739131370
Total Pages : 357 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (391 download)

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Download or read book Lake of Heaven written by and published by Lexington Books. This book was released on 2008-09-26 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lake of Heaven is the story of a traditional mountain village in Japan that is destroyed in the process of constructing a dam. It tells of the lives of the displaced villagers as they struggle to retain their traditional culture_including their stories, dances, music, mythology, and dreams_in the face of displacement, environmental destruction, and rapid modernization. Although fictional, the work is rooted in the events of actual villages in the mountains of Kyushu and Ishimure's imaginative reconstructions of their people's tales. Lake of Heaven considerably stretches the familiar Western conceptions of the novel form. Its interweaving of local stories, dreams, and myths lends it a deep sense of the Noh Drama. Gary Snyder writes that Lake of Heaven is 'a remarkable text of mythopoetic quality_with a Noh flavor_that presents much of the ancient lore of Japan and the lore of the spirit world.' The story becomes a parable for the larger world, 'in which all of our old cultures and all of our old villages are becoming buried, sunken, and lost under the rising waters of the dams of industrialization and globalization.'

The Blue Guide to Indiana

Author : Michael Martone
Publisher : University of Alabama Press
ISBN 13 : 1573660957
Total Pages : 121 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (736 download)

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Download or read book The Blue Guide to Indiana written by Michael Martone and published by University of Alabama Press. This book was released on 2001-08 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Let Martone guide you through every inch of the amazing state that is home to the Hoosier Infidelity Resort Area, the site of Wendell Willkie's Ascension into Heaven, and the Annual Eyeless Fish Fry. All your questions will be answered, including many you never thought to ask (like: "What's a good recipe for Pork Cake?")."--BOOK JACKET.

Ghost Breath

Author : Nan FangDeMeng
Publisher : Funstory
ISBN 13 : 1648973760
Total Pages : 1357 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (489 download)

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Download or read book Ghost Breath written by Nan FangDeMeng and published by Funstory. This book was released on 2020-04-21 with total page 1357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever felt that you were staring into a pair of eyes in the dark? Have you ever heard a voice that was not normal in your ears? Have you ever seen an unexperienced scene reflected in your mind? Have you ever realized that the mysterious aura around your bed in the middle of the night ... A strange woman sitting on her back in a cinema A human head was floating outside the door. A weird handprint on the apartment wall. The thousand-year-old female corpse at the bottom of the lake. A child with a twisted neck... Psyche, strange talk, horror, suspense stories. The short story was the main story, while the middle story was the main story. Please read in order.

Rehabilitation of Degraded Forests to Improve Livelihoods of Poor Farmers in South China

Author : Liu Dachang
Publisher : CIFOR
ISBN 13 : 9798764986
Total Pages : 103 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (987 download)

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Download or read book Rehabilitation of Degraded Forests to Improve Livelihoods of Poor Farmers in South China written by Liu Dachang and published by CIFOR. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This publication is the result of a project initiated by the Chinese Acadamy of Forestry (CAF) and finalised with inputs by representatives of Center for International Forestry Research(CIFOR), and Canada's International Development Research Centre (IDRC) at a meeting in Singapore in 1995.

Massachusetts Town Greens

Author : Eric Hurwitz
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493019287
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (93 download)

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Download or read book Massachusetts Town Greens written by Eric Hurwitz and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2016-05-01 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The state of Massachusetts still has and continues to celebrate its town or village greens. These greens date back to Colonial times where they served as the physical and spiritual centers for these early towns. Today many town greens continue to be the center of town events, fairs, and other gatherings. Massachusetts Town Greens explores the history of these remarkable greens and provide a guide to current events.

Global Healing

Author : Karen Laura Thornber
Publisher : BRILL
ISBN 13 : 9004420185
Total Pages : 709 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (44 download)

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Download or read book Global Healing written by Karen Laura Thornber and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2020-03-02 with total page 709 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Read an interview with Karen Thornber. In Global Healing: Literature, Advocacy, Care, Karen Laura Thornber analyzes how narratives from diverse communities globally engage with a broad variety of diseases and other serious health conditions and advocate for empathic, compassionate, and respectful care that facilitates healing and enables wellbeing. The three parts of this book discuss writings from Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania that implore societies to shatter the devastating social stigmas which prevent billions from accessing effective care; to increase the availability of quality person-focused healthcare; and to prioritize partnerships that facilitate healing and enable wellbeing for both patients and loved ones. Thornber’s Global Healing remaps the contours of comparative literature, world literature, the medical humanities, and the health humanities. Watch a video interview with Thornber by the Mahindra Humanities Center, part of their conversations on Covid-19. Read an interview with Thornber on Brill's Humanities Matter blog.

Abstracts of Japanese Literature in Forest Genetics and Related Fields

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Abstracts of Japanese Literature in Forest Genetics and Related Fields written by and published by . This book was released on 1970 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Village Hero 1973

Author : Sangsun Park
Publisher : 오다ODA
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 341 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (917 download)

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Download or read book Village Hero 1973 written by Sangsun Park and published by 오다ODA. This book was released on 2022-05-01 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a country is in the midst of a crisis, the people have taken the lead and sacrificed their lives for this country and this people. Those who ate up the country and those who had the country taken away were rulers who wielded power. When Japanese pirates or north barbarians attacked, kings and dignitaries were busy crawling into the mountains to hide or to cross the river and run away their assholes off. It cannot but be a dishonorable act. The people have defended the country. Throughout the country, we will find that the history of local heroes who died bravely while defending their villages is engraved. For example, on the side of National Road 25 passing Hwaryeongjae on Baekdudaegangil, there is a monument to the heroes of the local or the village who died bravely while defending the country. In this way, these grasses, common people have been protecting this country. The Saemaul leaders are the village heroes who fought the enemy of poverty and won. We have known many anecdotes of perfection one good village leader raise the village completely. Record their accomplishments and leave behind to future generations. These are the heroes of our country. This is a famous saying from President Park Jeonghee's handwriting. The records in this book are the stories of the village heroes. At the end of the economic trend briefing session presided over by President Park Jeonghee, the Saemaul leader presented the success stories of his village. Each time the President sobbed as he heard this success. The attendees, including the minister and large corporate presidents, also sobbed, and the conference hall would soon become a sea of tears. These success stories are the story of village heroes who have overcome thorny difficulty, and the local history of the villagers. When I look into this anecdote, it is reminiscent that the English King George II is impressed by the Hallelujah choir when the Friedrich Händel’s Oratorio Messiah is premiered in London and then stood up on the spot. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Saemaul Undong, I rediscovered moving success stories from the dusty bookshelves while writing a separate book 'Saemaul so far'. After rediscovering this amazing story of a hero, I thought it was as important as a history textbook to tell the growing generation how our ancestors made our village and our country prosperous, rather than letting it sit as it is.

Lonely Planet China

Author : Stuart Butler
Publisher : Lonely Planet
ISBN 13 : 1838690050
Total Pages : 1841 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (386 download)

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Download or read book Lonely Planet China written by Stuart Butler and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2022-05 with total page 1841 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planets China is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore Beijings Forbidden City, climb the Great Wall, and discover sacred Lhasa; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of China and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planets China Travel Guide: Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020s COVID-19 outbreak NEW top experiences feature - a visually inspiring collection of Chinas best experiences and where to have them What's NEW feature taps into cultural trends and helps you find fresh ideas and cool new areas NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel Improved planning tools for family travellers - where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kids Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics Over 195 maps Covers Beijing, Tianjin & Hebei,Liaoning, Jilin, Shandong, Jiangsu, Shanghai, Zhejiang, Fujian, Shanxi, Anhui, Henan, Hubei, Jiangxi, Hunan, Hong Kong, Macau, Guangdong, Hainan, Guangxi, Guizhou, Yunnan, Sichuan, Chongqing, Xinjiang, Gansu, Ningxia, Inner Mongolia, Qinghai, Tibet The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planets China, our most comprehensive guide to China, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. Looking for just the highlights? Check out Pocket Beijing, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

World Heritage in Korea

Author : Cultural Heritage Administration (South Korea)
Publisher : 길잡이미디어
ISBN 13 : 8981241775
Total Pages : 203 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (812 download)

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Download or read book World Heritage in Korea written by Cultural Heritage Administration (South Korea) and published by 길잡이미디어. This book was released on 2011-11-19 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: World Heritage Seokguram Grotto and Bulguksa Temple Tripitaka Depository at Haeinsa Temple The Royal Ancestral Shrine of the Joseon Dynasty Changdeok Palace Hwaseong Fortress Gyreongju Historic Areas Dolmens in Gochang,Hwasun and Ganghwa Ieju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty Historic Villages of Hahoe and Yangdong Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity Royal Ancestral Ceremony at Jongmyo The Pansori Epic Chants The Dano Festival of Gangneung Women's Circle Dance MarveIous Feats of the Namsadang Clowns The Rites of Vulture Peak Yeongdeung Rites for the Goddess of Wind The Dance of Cheoyong Slow Lyrical Songs of Poetry The Living Tradition of Falconry Master Carpenter with Superb Expertise Memory of the World Hunmin Jeongeum The Annals of the Joseon Dynasty Anthology of Great Buddhist Priests' Zen Teachings The Diararies of the Royal Secretariat Royal Protocols of the Joseon Dynasty Printing Woodblocks for Tripitaka Koreana and Miscellaneous Buddhist Scriptures Principles and Practices of Eastern Medicine The Records of Daily Reflections(Illsongnok) Human Rights Documentary Heritage 1980 Archives

The Unnatural World

Author : David Biello
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1476743908
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (767 download)

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Download or read book The Unnatural World written by David Biello and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-11-15 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An environmental journalist examines the world humanity has created through climate change and chronicles the scientists, billionaires, and ordinary people who are working toward saving the planet.

Wisconsin Urban & Community Forests

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 414 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (89 download)

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Download or read book Wisconsin Urban & Community Forests written by and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The newsletter contains technical articles, profiles of urban forestry activities in Wisconsin, resources, coming events, Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council actions and news items to help educate, train, exchange information and improve awareness of urban foresty in Wisconsin.

China's Imperial Way

Author : Kevin Bishop
Publisher : China Books
ISBN 13 : 9789622175112
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (751 download)

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Download or read book China's Imperial Way written by Kevin Bishop and published by China Books. This book was released on 1997 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book traces China's Imperial Way over a distance of 3,500 kilometres.

Ginkgo

Author : Peter Crane
Publisher : Yale University Press
ISBN 13 : 0300190476
Total Pages : 689 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (1 download)

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Download or read book Ginkgo written by Peter Crane and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2013-03-19 with total page 689 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVPerhaps the world’s most distinctive tree, ginkgo has remained stubbornly unchanged for more than two hundred million years. A living link to the age of dinosaurs, it survived the great ice ages as a relic in China, but it earned its reprieve when people first found it useful about a thousand years ago. Today ginkgo is beloved for the elegance of its leaves, prized for its edible nuts, and revered for its longevity. This engaging book tells the full and fascinating story of a tree that people saved from extinction—a story that offers hope for other botanical biographies that are still being written./divDIV /divDIVInspired by the historic ginkgo that has thrived in London’s Kew Gardens since the 1760s, renowned botanist Peter Crane explores the evolutionary history of the species from its mysterious origin through its proliferation, drastic decline, and ultimate resurgence. Crane also highlights the cultural and social significance of the ginkgo: its medicinal and nutritional uses, its power as a source of artistic and religious inspiration, and its importance as one of the world’s most popular street trees. Readers of this extraordinarily interesting book will be drawn to the nearest ginkgo, where they can experience firsthand the timeless beauty of the oldest tree on Earth./div