Dictionary of Chinese Symbols

Hidden Symbols in Chinese Life and Thought

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Cultural Studies, Ethnic Studies
Cover of the book Dictionary of Chinese Symbols by Wolfram Eberhard, Taylor and Francis
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Author: Wolfram Eberhard ISBN: 9781134988648
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: December 5, 2006
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Wolfram Eberhard
ISBN: 9781134988648
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: December 5, 2006
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

This unique and authoritative guide describes more than 400 important Chinese symbols, explaining their esoteric meanings and connections. Their use and development in Chinese literature and in Chinese customs and attitudes to life are traced lucidly and precisely.
`An ideal reference book to help one learn and explore further, while simultaneously giving greater insight into many other aspects of Chinese life ... the most authoritative guide to Chinese symbolism available to the general reader today ... a well-researched, informative and entertaining guide to the treasure trove of Chinese symbols.' - South China Morning Post

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This unique and authoritative guide describes more than 400 important Chinese symbols, explaining their esoteric meanings and connections. Their use and development in Chinese literature and in Chinese customs and attitudes to life are traced lucidly and precisely.
`An ideal reference book to help one learn and explore further, while simultaneously giving greater insight into many other aspects of Chinese life ... the most authoritative guide to Chinese symbolism available to the general reader today ... a well-researched, informative and entertaining guide to the treasure trove of Chinese symbols.' - South China Morning Post

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