China Famous People Quick Reference Manual: Color Illustration Version

Author: Xu Zhi
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: "The Concise Handbook of Famous Chinese Figures" is part of the Colorful Quick Reference Series. The compilers adhere to the philosophy of "using a small space to tell the stories of great figures," selecting 450+ influential, distinctive, and frequently mentioned Chinese figures in mass media throughout history. These individuals are organized into five major categories: Politics and Military, Science and Economy, Literature, Arts, and Thought and Academia. The book is supplemented with nearly 1,000 exquisite illustrations that align with the text, presenting the life journeys, intellectual evolution, personal achievements, and profound impacts of various figures in a concise and vivid manner.
This book aims to combine scientific organization, concise language, innovative layouts, and a rich variety of images to help readers quickly acquire knowledge about famous individuals, draw inspiration from their success, and broaden their cultural and aesthetic perspectives. It serves not only as an ideal reference tool for teenagers and general readers to learn about Chinese figures but also as a visual resource library for professionals.
The organizational style blends the strengths of specialized dictionaries and encyclopedias, offering a clear and efficient structure that allows readers to start reading from any page, providing a convenient path to understanding Chinese figures. Nearly 1,000 exquisite illustrations cover architectural ruins, unearthed artifacts, cultural relics, paintings by renowned artists, and real-life photographs, all presented in a vibrant and lively layout design that complements the text, offering readers greater aesthetic enjoyment.
The book features a cleverly designed irregular small quarto format, with exquisite binding and portability. By integrating multiple visual elements, it highlights a strong humanistic touch and a fresh artistic concept. The 3D-designed binding and full-color interior printing create a rich and colorful reading space, fully embodying the book's multifaceted value as a practical, appreciable, collectible, and gift-worthy resource.