Ladder to the Clouds: Intrigue and Tradition in Chinese Rank
by Jackson, Beverley, and Hugus, David
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- first
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- ISBN 10
- 1580080200
- ISBN 13
- 9781580080200
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Berkeley, CA: Ten Speed Press, 1999. ix, 310 pages, illustrations (some colour); 25 cm. Firm binding, clean inside copy. Stated First printing. OVERSIZE! No priority/international, except by arrangement. Richly illustrated with colour plates. "Ladder to the clouds is the first comprehensive book on the intriguing and little known subject of Chinese service rankings. It is a fascinating exploration of Chinese customs and rituals, many of which are still practiced in China today. It also offers a thorough analysis of the symbols, styles, and techniques used in mandarin rank squares, along with the most complete information for their identification to date." - Publisher. CONTENTS: PART ONE; Author's preface; Tradition dictates all in the life of a child; City life and the spirit world; Kites soar along with hopes for the future; Climbing the ladder to the clouds; One ascends the ladder, one falls; Bibliography; PART TWO; An introduction to Mandarin squares; Ming summary; Other rank badges; Examinations; Ch'ing introduction; Sun disk; Identifying birds; Identifying animals; Chinese symbology; Evolution of Ch'ing dynasty squares; Deceptive and nobles' badges; Bibliography; Index.. 1st. Paperback. Fine. 8vo. Collectible.
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- Title
- Ladder to the Clouds: Intrigue and Tradition in Chinese Rank
- Author
- Jackson, Beverley, and Hugus, David
- Format/Binding
- Paperback
- Book Condition
- Used - Fine
- Edition
- 1st
- ISBN 10
- 1580080200
- ISBN 13
- 9781580080200
- Publisher
- Ten Speed Press
- Place of Publication
- Berkeley, CA
- Date Published
- 1999
- Size
- 8vo
- Keywords
- COLLECTIBLE
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- Media / Fabrics & Textiles; XXX / COLLECTIBLES; Asian / Chinese; Design / Fashion & Costume;
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