Author: Jiwen
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1525598856
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 387
Book Description
This story received Chinese National Best Network Novel Award for 2019. In the fictional Chinese city of Nandu, the ancient walls have enclosed the neighborhood of Changganli for 600 years. In the 1950s, as the citizens wanted to develop as fast as possible, “relics” like the city wall were deemed an obstacle to modernization and the order went out to dismantle it. But there are those who are willing to die to preserve the city’s cultural heritage and the wall survives to become a vital element in the lives of five young friends who grow up in its shadow. Coming of age in the 1980s and moving on to college and their careers, these five friends then find themselves at odds about preserving their heritage and taking their fast-developing city into the next century, during the year 2018. As the heroes and heroines of Changganli grapple with the conflict over what is worth saving in a world that’s changing so quickly, readers will find themselves just as conflicted over what’s right and what’s wrong. With nuanced and appealing characters and relationships; a white-hot conflict spanning generations; incidents of drama and horror; and deeply moving, star-crossed romances, Changganli introduces readers to the inestimable value and beauty of Chinese culture and tradition.
Changganli
Author: Jiwen
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1525598856
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 387
Book Description
This story received Chinese National Best Network Novel Award for 2019. In the fictional Chinese city of Nandu, the ancient walls have enclosed the neighborhood of Changganli for 600 years. In the 1950s, as the citizens wanted to develop as fast as possible, “relics” like the city wall were deemed an obstacle to modernization and the order went out to dismantle it. But there are those who are willing to die to preserve the city’s cultural heritage and the wall survives to become a vital element in the lives of five young friends who grow up in its shadow. Coming of age in the 1980s and moving on to college and their careers, these five friends then find themselves at odds about preserving their heritage and taking their fast-developing city into the next century, during the year 2018. As the heroes and heroines of Changganli grapple with the conflict over what is worth saving in a world that’s changing so quickly, readers will find themselves just as conflicted over what’s right and what’s wrong. With nuanced and appealing characters and relationships; a white-hot conflict spanning generations; incidents of drama and horror; and deeply moving, star-crossed romances, Changganli introduces readers to the inestimable value and beauty of Chinese culture and tradition.
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1525598856
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 387
Book Description
This story received Chinese National Best Network Novel Award for 2019. In the fictional Chinese city of Nandu, the ancient walls have enclosed the neighborhood of Changganli for 600 years. In the 1950s, as the citizens wanted to develop as fast as possible, “relics” like the city wall were deemed an obstacle to modernization and the order went out to dismantle it. But there are those who are willing to die to preserve the city’s cultural heritage and the wall survives to become a vital element in the lives of five young friends who grow up in its shadow. Coming of age in the 1980s and moving on to college and their careers, these five friends then find themselves at odds about preserving their heritage and taking their fast-developing city into the next century, during the year 2018. As the heroes and heroines of Changganli grapple with the conflict over what is worth saving in a world that’s changing so quickly, readers will find themselves just as conflicted over what’s right and what’s wrong. With nuanced and appealing characters and relationships; a white-hot conflict spanning generations; incidents of drama and horror; and deeply moving, star-crossed romances, Changganli introduces readers to the inestimable value and beauty of Chinese culture and tradition.
Nanjing: Historical Landscape and Its Planning from Geographical Perspective
Author: Yifeng Yao
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 9811016372
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
This book studies the historical changes of the cityscape of Nanjing from the point of view of geographical systems. Nanjing is a city located along the Yangtze River, originated 2500 years ago, after which ten dynasties established their capital dependent on the geographical conditions. The book focuses on the analysis of the characteristics of mountain and river systems in the various historical periods, and provides investigations of historical sites along with these systems. This enables the search for the laws of historical evolution and spatial structure changes, which is also the research of the relationship between man and nature. It extends the traditional preservation and cityscapes planning to that of geographical landscape system. Readers working in the area of geography, history, urban and landscape planning will benefit from it.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 9811016372
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
This book studies the historical changes of the cityscape of Nanjing from the point of view of geographical systems. Nanjing is a city located along the Yangtze River, originated 2500 years ago, after which ten dynasties established their capital dependent on the geographical conditions. The book focuses on the analysis of the characteristics of mountain and river systems in the various historical periods, and provides investigations of historical sites along with these systems. This enables the search for the laws of historical evolution and spatial structure changes, which is also the research of the relationship between man and nature. It extends the traditional preservation and cityscapes planning to that of geographical landscape system. Readers working in the area of geography, history, urban and landscape planning will benefit from it.
LEGENDARY FRONTIER CHAPTER 03
Author: Minh Hoa
Publisher: Minh Hoa
ISBN:
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 449
Book Description
LEGENDARY FRONTIER CHAPTER 03 Jingzhou, Jiangling, the prefecture. Huan Xuan, with Duan Yuhan on his back and wearing a warrior's uniform, was receiving Jiang Hailiu who had just returned from Jiankang in a desperate attempt to escape. The two of them spread out a mat and sat on the ground, while Jiang Hailiu reported in detail the situation in Jiankang. The news of the victory over Feishui had reached Jiangling an hour ago, causing the entire city to tremble. Huan Xuan immediately ordered his subordinates and generals to gather their troops, preparing to set out the next day to recover the lost land in the north. Hearing Xie An nod in agreement to let him inherit the position of Grand Marshal, Huan Xuan secretly breathed a sigh of relief and smiled, "He is a knowledgeable person." He turned to Jiang Hailiu and said, "Hailiu, you have worked hard for this matter. I, Huan Xuan, am extremely grateful and will never forget it."
Publisher: Minh Hoa
ISBN:
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 449
Book Description
LEGENDARY FRONTIER CHAPTER 03 Jingzhou, Jiangling, the prefecture. Huan Xuan, with Duan Yuhan on his back and wearing a warrior's uniform, was receiving Jiang Hailiu who had just returned from Jiankang in a desperate attempt to escape. The two of them spread out a mat and sat on the ground, while Jiang Hailiu reported in detail the situation in Jiankang. The news of the victory over Feishui had reached Jiangling an hour ago, causing the entire city to tremble. Huan Xuan immediately ordered his subordinates and generals to gather their troops, preparing to set out the next day to recover the lost land in the north. Hearing Xie An nod in agreement to let him inherit the position of Grand Marshal, Huan Xuan secretly breathed a sigh of relief and smiled, "He is a knowledgeable person." He turned to Jiang Hailiu and said, "Hailiu, you have worked hard for this matter. I, Huan Xuan, am extremely grateful and will never forget it."
An Urban History of China
Author: Chonglan Fu
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 9811382115
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 341
Book Description
This book considers urban development in China, highlighting links between China’s history and civilization and the rapid evolution of its urban forms. It explores the early days of urban dwelling in China, progressing to an analysis of residential environments in the industrial age. It also examines China’s modern and postmodern architecture, considered as derivative or lacking spiritual meaning or personality, and showcases how China's traditional culture underpins the emergence of China’s modern cities. Focusing on the notion of “courtyard spirit” in China, it offers a study of the urban public squares central to Chinese society, and examines the disruption of the traditional Square model and the rise and growth of new architectural models.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 9811382115
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 341
Book Description
This book considers urban development in China, highlighting links between China’s history and civilization and the rapid evolution of its urban forms. It explores the early days of urban dwelling in China, progressing to an analysis of residential environments in the industrial age. It also examines China’s modern and postmodern architecture, considered as derivative or lacking spiritual meaning or personality, and showcases how China's traditional culture underpins the emergence of China’s modern cities. Focusing on the notion of “courtyard spirit” in China, it offers a study of the urban public squares central to Chinese society, and examines the disruption of the traditional Square model and the rise and growth of new architectural models.
Mao yi yu lü you
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : China
Languages : en
Pages : 394
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : China
Languages : en
Pages : 394
Book Description
Architecture RePerformed: The Politics of Reconstruction
Author: Tino Mager
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317179056
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
First emerging at the beginning of the twentieth century, architectural reconstruction has increasingly become an instrument to visually revive a long bygone past. This book deals with the phenomenon of meticulous reconstruction in architecture. It argues that the politics of reconstruction go far beyond aesthetic considerations. Taking architecture as a major source of history and regional identity, the impact of large-scale reconstruction is deeply intertwined with political and social factors. Furthermore, memories and associations correlated with lost buildings of a bygone era are heavily influenced by their re-appearance, something which often contradicts historical events. Reconstruction has become an established way of building and dealing with the past, yet so far, there is no comprehensive scientific study on it. By bringing together eight case studies from Eastern Europe, France, Spain, China, Japan, Israel and Brazil, it provides valuable insights into this topic. The chapters analyse the political background of the reconstructions and identify the protagonists. In doing so, this volume adds to our understanding of the impact of reconstruction to memory and oblivion, as well as the critical power of reconstruction regarding contemporary architecture and urbanism.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317179056
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
First emerging at the beginning of the twentieth century, architectural reconstruction has increasingly become an instrument to visually revive a long bygone past. This book deals with the phenomenon of meticulous reconstruction in architecture. It argues that the politics of reconstruction go far beyond aesthetic considerations. Taking architecture as a major source of history and regional identity, the impact of large-scale reconstruction is deeply intertwined with political and social factors. Furthermore, memories and associations correlated with lost buildings of a bygone era are heavily influenced by their re-appearance, something which often contradicts historical events. Reconstruction has become an established way of building and dealing with the past, yet so far, there is no comprehensive scientific study on it. By bringing together eight case studies from Eastern Europe, France, Spain, China, Japan, Israel and Brazil, it provides valuable insights into this topic. The chapters analyse the political background of the reconstructions and identify the protagonists. In doing so, this volume adds to our understanding of the impact of reconstruction to memory and oblivion, as well as the critical power of reconstruction regarding contemporary architecture and urbanism.
Ancient and Early Medieval Chinese Literature (vol. 3 & 4)
Author:
Publisher: BRILL
ISBN: 9004271856
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 1036
Book Description
At last here is the long-awaited, first Western-language reference guide focusing exclusively on Chinese literature from ca. 700 B.C.E. to the early seventh century C.E. Alphabetically organized, it contains no less than 1095 entries on major and minor writers, literary forms and "schools," and important Chinese literary terms. In addition to providing authoritative information about each subject, the compilers have taken meticulous care to include detailed, up-to-date bibliographies and source information. The reader will find it a treasure-trove of historical accounts, especially when browsing through the biographies of authors. Indispensable for scholars and students of pre-modern Chinese literature, history, and thought. Part Three contains Xia - Y. Part Four contains the Z and an extensive index to the four volumes.
Publisher: BRILL
ISBN: 9004271856
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 1036
Book Description
At last here is the long-awaited, first Western-language reference guide focusing exclusively on Chinese literature from ca. 700 B.C.E. to the early seventh century C.E. Alphabetically organized, it contains no less than 1095 entries on major and minor writers, literary forms and "schools," and important Chinese literary terms. In addition to providing authoritative information about each subject, the compilers have taken meticulous care to include detailed, up-to-date bibliographies and source information. The reader will find it a treasure-trove of historical accounts, especially when browsing through the biographies of authors. Indispensable for scholars and students of pre-modern Chinese literature, history, and thought. Part Three contains Xia - Y. Part Four contains the Z and an extensive index to the four volumes.
Private Enterprises and China's Economic Development
Author: Shuanglin Lin
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135983372
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
Private enterprises have contributed significantly to China's recent economic growth and will play a key role in achieving China's goal of building a comprehensively well-society. But how can private enterprises help China mitigate its macroeconomic problems such as unemployment, income inequality, financial disintermediation, and an unhealthy economic cycle? And what are the main obstacles to private enterprise development? Private Enterprises and China’s Economic Development answers these questions by identifying the range of cultural, political and financial challenges confronting China's private enterprises, and assessing their performance and potential. Contributors also analyse the experiences and lessons of other countries, and propose strategies and policies to help China promote private enterprise development. Using the most up to date research on private enterprises, including detailed econometric analysis and national representative data, authors including economists, policy-makers and academics from the USA, China, Singapore and Canada comprehensively address the most important aspects of China’s private enterprise development. As such this book will appeal to students, scholars and policy-makers alike with an interested in the Chinese economy, economic growth, comparative economics and transitional economics.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135983372
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
Private enterprises have contributed significantly to China's recent economic growth and will play a key role in achieving China's goal of building a comprehensively well-society. But how can private enterprises help China mitigate its macroeconomic problems such as unemployment, income inequality, financial disintermediation, and an unhealthy economic cycle? And what are the main obstacles to private enterprise development? Private Enterprises and China’s Economic Development answers these questions by identifying the range of cultural, political and financial challenges confronting China's private enterprises, and assessing their performance and potential. Contributors also analyse the experiences and lessons of other countries, and propose strategies and policies to help China promote private enterprise development. Using the most up to date research on private enterprises, including detailed econometric analysis and national representative data, authors including economists, policy-makers and academics from the USA, China, Singapore and Canada comprehensively address the most important aspects of China’s private enterprise development. As such this book will appeal to students, scholars and policy-makers alike with an interested in the Chinese economy, economic growth, comparative economics and transitional economics.
Private Enterprises and China's Economic Development
Author:
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135983380
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135983380
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 299
Book Description
Classes on Modern Poets and the Art of Poetry
Author: James Dickey
Publisher: Univ of South Carolina Press
ISBN: 9781570035289
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Housman, Gerard Manley Hopkins, Robert Frost, Walter de la Mare, and Robert Bridges.
Publisher: Univ of South Carolina Press
ISBN: 9781570035289
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Housman, Gerard Manley Hopkins, Robert Frost, Walter de la Mare, and Robert Bridges.