The General Theory of Ancestral Temples in China
by Wang Heming and translated by He Jun, Wu Biyu and Shao Weiying
Paperback (Published)
(November 2017)
ISBN: 9781921816604
8.46 x 8.46 inches
Price: $55.95
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The General Theory of Ancestral Temples in China offers a comprehensive and topical introduction to the origins and development of China’s ancestral temples as well as their categories, architecture, sacrificial rituals, management, culture and functions. Its exceptionally clear style and structure distinguishes this book as one of the most comprehensive studies to be written to date on Chinese ancestral temples. As an informative study of China’s ancient structures, their history and culture, moral principles, clan values, and worship systems, this book is as an informative and educational read for all levels.
Wang Heming is Director of the Institute of Historical Documents at Shanghai Library and an award-winning Chinese genealogist. He is the author of more than 10 books, including The General Theory of China’s Genealogy, A History of China’s Genealogy and Revealing China’s Genealogical Culture.
- By (author) Wang Heming
- Translated by Wu Biyu
- Translated by He Jun
- Translated by Shao Weiying
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