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Chinese Fantastics

Chinese Fantastics

Steep, Thomas

Hardcover

AnthropologyChinaChinese History

ISBN10: 1025547217
ISBN13: 9781025547213
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 242
Weight: 1.14
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Chinese Fantastics is a collection of vivid sketches and insightful anecdotes that explore the rich cultural landscape of China during the early 20th century. Thomas Steep presents a series of vignettes that capture the essence of Chinese life, ranging from the intricacies of courtly tradition to the colorful reality of street-level existence. The work delves into the symbolism of the dragon, the cultural history of the pigtail, and the varied roles of common laborers, providing a multifaceted view of a society in flux.

Through these pages, readers encounter a world where ancient myths intersect with the day-to-day activities of a bustling nation. Steep describes the artistry of fans, the legends surrounding the Empress Dowager, and the peculiar customs that fascinated Western observers of the era. Chinese Fantastics serves as both a travelogue and a cultural study, offering a unique perspective on the sights, sounds, and spirits of a China long since transformed. This work remains a valuable resource for those interested in Asian history, folklore, and the art of descriptive travel writing, preserving the atmospheric charm of its subjects with keen observation and literary flair.

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