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Ladder to the Clouds: Intrigue and Tradition in Chinese Rank Paperback - 2004
by Beverley Jackson; David Hugus; David Hugus (Joint Author)
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- Title Ladder to the Clouds: Intrigue and Tradition in Chinese Rank
- Author Beverley Jackson; David Hugus; David Hugus (Joint Author)
- Binding Paperback
- Edition 1st Printing
- Pages 320
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Ten Speed Press, Berkeley
- Date June 2004
- Illustrated Yes
- ISBN 9781580080200 / 1580080200
- Weight 2.95 lbs (1.34 kg)
- Dimensions 9.78 x 9.54 x 0.78 in (24.84 x 24.23 x 1.98 cm)
- Dewey Decimal Code 929.909
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Berkeley, CA: Ten Speed Press, 1999. ix, 310 pages, illustrations (some colour); 25 cm. Firm binding, clean inside copy. Stated First printing. OVERSIZE! No priority/international, except by arrangement. Richly illustrated with colour plates. "Ladder to the clouds is the first comprehensive book on the intriguing and little known subject of Chinese service rankings. It is a fascinating exploration of Chinese customs and rituals, many of which are still practiced in China today. It also offers a thorough analysis of the symbols, styles, and techniques used in mandarin rank squares, along with the most complete information for their identification to date." - Publisher. CONTENTS: PART ONE; Author's preface; Tradition dictates all in the life of a child; City life and the spirit world; Kites soar along with hopes for the future; Climbing the ladder to the clouds; One ascends the ladder, one falls; Bibliography; PART TWO; An introduction to Mandarin squares; Ming summary; Other rank badges;…
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