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Chinese Gardens (Introductions to Chinese Culture)

Chinese Gardens (Introductions to Chinese Culture)

by LOU (Author)

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    Paperback 2011

    $20.18
Synopsis

China is renowned for its enchanting, tranquil gardens, designed to reflect both the charm of nature and the ancient Chinese view of life. Chinese Gardens explores the creation of classical gardens through history, discussing the theories and artistic conception behind these gardens and the development of diverse regional styles. Lou Qingxi provides a comprehensive introduction to the distinctive combination of nature, philosophy and art that is unique to Chinese gardens, complemented with full color illustrations throughout.

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 174
 Edition: 3
 Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 25 Aug 2011
ISBN 10: 0521186617
ISBN 13: 9780521186612
Book Overview: An illustrated introduction to the creation of Chinese gardens through history and their distinctive combination of nature, philosophy and art.

Author Bio
Lou Qingxi is Professor of Architecture at Tsinghua University. Engaged in the research and teaching of Chinese architectural theory for many years, he has published widely on the subject of ancient Chinese architecture and art.