Dictionary of Chinese Symbols
Hidden Symbols in Chinese Life and Thought
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:17th Dec '15
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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
`A readable, authoritative and affordable work.' - Malcolm Taggart, Reference Reviews
ISBN: 9781138138179
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 453g
336 pages