"Rising Tides" is a gripping account of the Chinese Civil War, a tumultuous period in China's history that shaped its modern trajectory. From the decline of the Qing Dynasty to the establishment of the People's Republic of China, this book traces the complex interplay of politics, ideologies, and military strategies that defined the conflict. Through vivid storytelling and meticulous research, the book delves into the historical background, the rise...

China's renowned art objects, furnishings, and handicrafts have long been sought by collectors and inspired designers. Through 60 emblematically Chinese antiques and items, Things Chinese opens up the world of Chinese culture. The history, cultural significance and customs surrounding these exemplars of Chinese art and material culture come into dazzling focus through detailed descriptions and full-color photographs. Items covered include: o Bamboo...

Dishes is the dish obsessive's dream come true-a definitive guide to the colorful, wonderful dinner plate, with hundreds of patterns organized thematically and annotated with historical details and charming anecdotes that span centuries and continents. The book is chock-full of everything a dish lover could hope for, including more than 600 of history's most stunning plates, profiles of iconic manufacturers like Wedgwood, Spode, and Homer Laughlin,...

For almost three hundred years the noble T'ang Dynasty fostered a period of artistic and intellectual endeavor which has never been equaled in the history of China. Sculpture, ceramics, glass, and textiles were some of the major artifacts that emerged from this glorious renaissance of Chinese taste and skill.This book is the story of the T'ang told through objects in the author's collection, one of the most representative in private hands. It includes...

Traditional Japanese design imbues objects with a sense of history and artistry that easily reaches across cultural boundaries. In Things Japanese: Everyday Objects of Extraordinary Beauty and Significance, author Nicholas Bornoff and photographer Michael Freeman examine over 60 traditional objects that are uniquely Japanese, deftly illustrating their beauty and significance. • Beautifully crafted samurai swords • Elegant wooden tansu chests •...

With over 630 striking color photos and illustrations this Chinese art guide focuses on the rich tapestry of symbolism which makes up the basis of traditional Chinese art. Chinese Art: A Guide to Motifs and Visual Imagery includes detailed commentary and historical background information for the images that continuously reappear in the arts of China, including specific plants and animals, religious beings, mortals and inanimate objects. The book thoroughly...

Featuring hundreds of stunning photographs and thoughtful commentary, this interior design book will add a distinctly Asian flare to your collection. The global exchange of design and taste is at its most fertile between Asia and the West. Leading Asian designers and architects have reprocessed international ideas and functionality into the idiom of Asian cultures, from India to China, Japan to Southeast Asia. Asia Home is a wide-ranging look at contemporary...