Cameos Of A Chinese City (1917)

von Mary E. Darley

244 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Cameos Of A Chinese City is a book written by Mary E. Darley and published in 1917. The book is a collection of essays that provide a detailed and intimate portrait of life in a Chinese city during the early 20th century. Darley, who spent many years living in China, offers readers a unique perspective on the country and its people.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of life in the city. Some of the topics covered include the city's architecture, food, festivals, and customs. Darley also provides insights into the daily lives of the people who live in the city, including their work, family life, and social relationships.Throughout the book, Darley's writing is richly descriptive and evocative, bringing the sights, sounds, and smells of the city to life. She also includes numerous illustrations and photographs that help to further immerse readers in the world she describes.Overall, Cameos Of A Chinese City is a fascinating and insightful look at a culture and way of life that is vastly different from what most Western readers are familiar with. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Chinese history, culture, or society.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.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Asiatische Geschichte
• ISBN: 9781120169730
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 24.09.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC