An Introduction to Chinese Culture through the FamilyHoward Giskin, Bettye S. Walsh An Introduction to Chinese Culture through the Family covers a central element of Chinese culture, the idea of family, or jia. Written for both beginners and specialists, this book considers the role of family--literally, metaphorically, and as an organizing principle--in the creation of the Chinese worldview. Individual chapters explore philosophy, art, language, music, folk literature, fiction, architecture, film, and women and gender. |
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An Introduction to Chinese Culture through the Family Howard Giskin,Bettye S. Walsh Limited preview - 2001 |
An Introduction to Chinese Culture through the Family Howard Giskin,Bettye S. Walsh Limited preview - 2001 |
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