Exploring the Life, Myth, and Art of Ancient China

Exploring the Life, Myth, and Art of Ancient China

Author: Edward L. Shaughnessy

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2009-08-15

Total Pages: 147

ISBN-13: 161531198X

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This book is a comprehensive book about China's art, life, and culture. Using the latest discoveries by historians this book explores China's literature, music, religions, economy and cuisine.


Ancient China : life, myth and art

Ancient China : life, myth and art

Author: Edward L. Shaughnessy

Publisher:

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9780760780558

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Even today the economic powerhouse of modern China takes strength and nourishment from its legacy of antiquity. Ancient China illuminates this venerable heritage with unprecedented scholarship and vividness.


Exploring the Life, Myth, and Art of Ancient Egypt

Exploring the Life, Myth, and Art of Ancient Egypt

Author: Joann Fletcher

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2009-08-15

Total Pages: 147

ISBN-13: 1615311904

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This gorgeous book will give readers an engrossing introduction to the extraordinary culture of Ancient Egypt. Richly illustrated, the book reveals examples of the awe-inspiring pyramids, temples, glorious wall paintings, statues, and exquisite jewelry, and what inspired their creation. Written by distinguished Egyptologist Joann Fletcher, the book will captivate readers while showcasing the life, myth, and culture of this great ancient civilization.


Exploring the Life, Myth, and Art of Ancient Rome

Exploring the Life, Myth, and Art of Ancient Rome

Author: Tony Allan

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2011-08-15

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 1448848350

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Presents an introduction to the ancient civilization of Rome, discussing its history, politics, military conquests, art, religion, literature, everyday life, and gods and goddesses.


ART MYTH AND RITUAL P

ART MYTH AND RITUAL P

Author: Kwang-chih CHANG

Publisher: Harvard University Press

Published: 2009-06-30

Total Pages: 157

ISBN-13: 0674029402

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A leading scholar in the United States on Chinese archaeology challenges long-standing conceptions of the rise of political authority in ancient China. Questioning Marx's concept of an "Asiatic" mode of production, Wittfogel's "hydraulic hypothesis," and cultural-materialist theories on the importance of technology, K. C. Chang builds an impressive counterargument, one which ranges widely from recent archaeological discoveries to studies of mythology, ancient Chinese poetry, and the iconography of Shang food vessels.


Explore Ancient Chinese Myths!

Explore Ancient Chinese Myths!

Author: Anita Yasuda

Publisher: Nomad Press

Published: 2017-11-01

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 1619306093

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Who is the lady who floated to the moon? Did a monkey really hatch from an egg? Did tears bring down the Great Wall of China? Does the sky rest on the legs of a turtle? In Explore Ancient Chinese Myths! With 25 Projects, readers ages 7 to 10 soar on a journey through ancient China to learn about history, geography, science, and art through stories that have been told and retold for thousands of years. They learn the tales of past heroes and wise kings, brave goddesses and gods who brought riches, rain, and immortality. Then there are the gods who taught people how to live by sharing their knowledge of agriculture, writing, music, and math. The myths and legends told by the ancient Chinese that have survived into modern times showcase the ingenuity and passion that this culture has applied to problem solving and cultural expression. Through the 25 hands-on projects, kids will have fun and gain a deeper understanding of ancient Chinese myths. Projects include making mooncakes, writing in Chinese, designing a New Year’s story board game, and observing the stars. Exploring myths and legends is also a way to discover how ancient China is still impacting the world today through inventions such as fireworks, silk, paper, and printing. In addition, kids will be invited to think about how Chinese culture is similar or different from their life today. By combining social studies and literature with activities, fun facts, jokes, and cartoons, Explore Ancient Chinese Myths offers the opportunity to discover Ancient China through myths and legends.


Discovering Ancient China

Discovering Ancient China

Author: Jeanne Nagle

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2014-12-15

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 1622758218

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In this comprehensive volume dedicated to ancient Chinese civilization, upper elementary–level readers will learn the different dynasties of ancient China, the memorable leaders that spearheaded them, and the lasting influences each period had on civilizations to follow. Readers will learn about the oldest examples of Chinese writing, which ruler was responsible for completing the Great Wall, and the cultural context in which Confucius became a prominent philosopher, among other fascinating details. These ancient Chinese contributions—all still well known today—constitute only a few of the aspects of ancient China waiting to be discovered.


Ancient Chinese Civilization

Ancient Chinese Civilization

Author: Todd Van Pelt

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2009-08-15

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 1615312331

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This book takes a deep dive into the world's longest continuous civilization, examining both myth and fact—from the dawn of farming and the early bronze-makers, to the great dynasties that united China. Stunningly illustrated historical pages and carefully retold myths introduce young readers to the glories, riches, romance, and mystery of Chinese civilization. Includes sections on creation myths, gods, society, religion, agriculture, medicine, daily life, art, entertainment, war and weapons, inventions and construction, trade, and education, writing, and literature.


Gods & Goddesses of Ancient China

Gods & Goddesses of Ancient China

Author: Trenton Campbell

Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica

Published: 2014-07-15

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 1622753941

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This authoritative volume examines the two main faiths, Confucianism and Daoism, that developed before China had meaningful contact with the rest of the world. Aspects of Buddhism later joined features of these faiths to form elements of Chinese ideology and, with the beliefs in immortals and the worship of ancestors, they led to a popular religion. The narrative describes the gods and goddesses that dominated China's mythology and folk culture, roughly from the 3rd millennium to 221 BCE, including the Baxian (Eight Immortals), Chang'e (moon goddess), Guandi (god of war), the Men Shen (door spirits), and Pan Gu (first man).