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Long before Western writers had even conceived the idea of writing detective stories, the Chinese had developed a long tradition of literary works that chronicled the cases of important district magistrates. One of the most celebrated of these was Judge Dee, who lived in the seventh century.

Two manuscripts in one audiobook: Face Reading and Palm Reading. The first part of this audiobook is packed with information about the Chinese secrets of face reading. The second part of this audiobook will unravel everything you need to know about the ancient art of palm reading. Get your copy of this audiobook today to learn everything you need to know about face and palm reading and how to unravel your destiny.

Face reading is an ancient Chinese art that is still widely practiced, especially for modern health analysis. Subtle signs on a person's face, like moles, scars, discoloration, and even the shape, tell a lot about a person's life story and characteristics. This audiobook is packed with information about the Chinese secrets of face reading. With this audiobook, you can easily detect a person's thought process, characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses.

This is a true and touching story of one Chinese woman's search for home. It is also an inspiring book about human yearning for a better life. To escape poverty, Flora Li fought her way through the education system and became one of the few women to get into the prestigious Hong Kong University. When the Japanese invaded, she fled to unoccupied China, where she met her future husband, the son of China's finance minister (later deputy prime minister). She thought she had found the ideal husband, but soon discovered that he suffered from emotional disorders caused by family conflicts and the ...

Beyond the Red Horizon The Secret Rise of the Chinese Space Program By Gary Covella, Ph.D. A Stunning, Illustrated Journey Into the Most Mysterious Space Program on Earth Step behind the curtain of global space history with Beyond the Red Horizon, a richly illustrated and masterfully researched work of historical nonfiction that reveals the hidden saga of China’s rise as a space superpower. In a world where NASA and Roscosmos have long dominated headlines, China’s ambitions have largely unfolded in silence—until now. A “Forbidden History” Finally Told From Cold War secrecy to ...

Have you been trying to learn Chinese (Mandarin) and simply can’t find the way to expand your vocabulary? Do your teachers recommend you boring textbooks and complicated stories that you don’t really understand? Are you looking for a way to learn the language quicker without taking shortcuts? If you answered “Yes!” to at least one of those previous questions, then this book is for you! We’ve compiled the 2000 most common words in Chinese, a list of terms that will expand your vocabulary to levels previously unseen.

A timely look at the impact of China's booming emergence on the countries of Southeast Asia.

By listening to these specially composed melodies with their rhythmic repetitions of Mandarin and English a few times, you pick up over 200 essential words and phrases that will not just be on the tip of your tongue, but will be burned deeply into your long-term memory in next to no time.

Embark on a whimsical journey into the enchanting world of "Little Dragon's Counting Tale," a captivating children's poem that sparks imagination and learning. As Little Dragon ventures through bamboo groves, meadows, and mountain peaks, young readers are invited to join him on an adventure filled with joy, friendship, and the magic of counting. This beautifully crafted poem introduces essential numeracy concepts in a delightful narrative, enhancing early learning while embracing a rich cultural tapestry. With vivid imagery and lyrical verses, the poem not only engages young minds but also ...

Do you struggle with stress eating, binge eating, emotional eating and all types of overeating? Do you repeatedly go on diets, manage to lose weight, only to gain it all back? Yes? I know what it is to be overweight, tired, and sick all the time with what seems to be no end in sight. Life is too short and beautiful to be fat, sick and tired.

Learn the basics on the art of Chinese relaxation techniques, such as Qi Gong and how to practice it. As a bonus, this Felix Ford mini-book also provides an introductory course to the basics and philosophy of Chinese medicine.

Lenora Chu and her husband decided to enroll three-year-old Rainer in China's state-run public school system. The results were positive - her son quickly settled down, became fluent in Mandarin, and enjoyed his friends - but she also began to notice troubling new behaviors. Wondering what was happening behind closed classroom doors, she embarked on an exploratory journey, interviewing Chinese parents, teachers, and education professors, and following students at all stages of their education.

In Chinese, the character 心 is both heart and mind ~ a source of thoughts, intelligence and feelings. This book is a meditation and contemplation on 心-heart and mind. There are 20 Chinese words or characters inside, all coming from the root-word 心. Each one presented in Chinese calligraphy on batik. As you read this book, you are invited to pause at each page to reflect or meditate on both the paintings and the words. Engage both your heart and your mind. Be still. And listen to your own heart song. And as a bonus gift, you will also learn a new Chinese word on each page. Website: ...

You've been invited to a Chinese dinner and you're not sure what to do. Imagine being able to sit at the table with confidence and not worry about making any mistakes. This guide will provide all the information that you need in order to master Chinese formal dining etiquette. It includes everything from where to sit, gaining face, drinking, using chopsticks, mistakes to avoid, smoking, tea and much more! You’ll be able to impress your hosts by following these simple guidelines on proper behavior at a formal dinner. Purchase this guide today before your next event. If you are invited to a...

I Ching can be seen as an oracle; but not one that tells you an unchanging future, but rather like a constantly shifting flux similar to the seasons, with which we can interact. What we have is like a conversation with a wise and experienced friend, who through their experience might point out that if we take our present course the results might be in a direction we do not want.

These 11 stories, including five Chinese Galaxy Award winners, are a blazingly original ode to planet Earth, its pasts, and its futures. Liu's fiction takes the listener to the edge of the universe and the end of time, to meet stranger fates than we could have ever imagined. With a melancholic and keen understanding of human nature, Liu's stories show humanity's attempts to reason, navigate, and above all, survive in a desolate cosmos.

The I Ching, or Book of Change, has been consulted through the ages, in both China and the West, for answers to fundamental questions about the world and our place in it. The oldest extant book of divination, it dates back 3,000 years to ancient shamanistic practices involving the ritual preparation of the shoulder bones of oxen. From this early form of communication with the other world, it has become the Chinese spiritual book par excellence.

"Nezha, the Dragon Slayer" is a thrilling tale of power, magic and family dynamics. Follow the story of the third son of a powerful general, Nezha, as he navigates through a world of ancient gods and demons. When Nezha accidentally kills a dragon prince from an underwater kingdom, he must face the wrath of the dragon kings and his own family. As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, Nezha must use his wit and power to protect his loved ones and prove his worth as a true warrior. Will he be able to overcome the obstacles in his path and claim his rightful place in the world?

Embark on an epicurean adventure with the release of "Culinary Odyssey", a captivating journey through the vivid landscape and rich history of Chinese cuisine. This engaging text takes you on an exploration across China, delving into the distinct flavors and traditions that have shaped each region's unique culinary signature. Chapter one sets the stage with a broad narrative of Chinese cuisine. The intrepid food lover then ventures into the Great Culinary Mapping, uncovering regional specialties that have tantalized palates for centuries. From the hearty dishes of Northern China and the ...

Baguaquan Xue by Sun Lutang stands as a foundational text in the study of Baguaquan, offering profound insights into both the martial and philosophical aspects of this ancient martial art. This translation meticulously preserves the depth and nuance of Sun Lutang's original work, ensuring that the wisdom and techniques it conveys are accessible to modern readers. Sun Lutang, a legendary figure in martial arts, combines his extensive knowledge of Baguaquan with Daoist philosophy, the principles of the Yijing, and traditional medicine. His teachings extend beyond mere physical movements, ...