The Dynasties of China - Bamber Gascoigne - Folio Society

Description: The Dynasties of China by Bamber Gascoigne. Introduced by Bamber Gascoigne. Frontispiece and 24 pages of colour and black & white illustrations. Fawn endpapers printed with green caligraphy. Red slipcase. Bound in fwn cloth, blocked with a wrap-around design in black and red by Charlotte Orr. 240pp. 23.5x16.7cm The beautiful artefacts of Chinese culture are known to the world, but how many of us could recognise the characteristics of a Tang sculpture or name more than one Chinese emperor? In this narrative history, Bamber Gascoigne provides a concise and engaging account of 3,500 years of Chinese imperial culture. The story begins in C.1600 BC with the Shang dynasty, equally known for its brutality and its artistry. In the subsequent Zhou dynasty, the foundations of Chinese philosophy were laid through the writings of Confucius. Gascoigne challenges the traditional view that the author of The Analects was ‘the dullest of the school prefects’ by citing his ‘love of paradox and surprise’. Please look closely at the photos as they are part of the description. Will wrap and pack very carefully. Will post worldwide. Any questions please ask. In the unlikely event you do encounter a problem, please do message me first to resolve it, and I will do my best to help.All the books are stored in our smoke-free, climate-controlled shop in Surbiton, London.

Price: 46.99 GBP

Location: Surbiton, Surrey

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