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Chinese Birthday, Wedding, Funeral and Other Customs

Chinese Birthday, Wedding, Funeral and Other Customs

Cormack, Annie

Hardcover

AnthropologyFiction AnthologiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1161377778
ISBN13: 9781161377774
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 226
Weight: 1.80
Height: 0.56 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Chinese Birthday, Wedding, Funeral and Other Customs by Annie Cormack is a comprehensive guide to the various customs and traditions observed in China for important life events. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the significance of the Chinese zodiac, the importance of auspicious dates, the role of family in Chinese culture, and the customs associated with birth, marriage, death, and other major life events.The author provides detailed explanations of each custom, along with their historical and cultural significance. For example, readers can learn about the different types of Chinese weddings, including traditional and modern styles, as well as the various rituals and traditions associated with each type. Similarly, the author delves into the customs surrounding Chinese funerals, including the role of ancestor worship and the importance of filial piety.Throughout the book, the author also provides insights into the broader cultural context of these customs, including their connections to Chinese philosophy, religion, and history. The book is written in an accessible and engaging style, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about Chinese culture and customs.1923. The contents of this edition all pertain to interesting customs observed by the Chinese, and to special days of the year. The bulk of the material was gathered at first hand from the Chinese one meets every day, as well as some books suggested to the author for their contents. The customs discussed within are chiefly those observed in Peking.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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