Shan Shui China: Shanghai and Suzhou Volume

Author: Duan Baolin
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: This series of books has two key concepts: "Mountain and Water Stories" and "Mountain and Water Sentiment." The richness of "stories" behind the mountains and waters is a primary characteristic of Chinese landscapes. Due to the long-standing civilization and historical heritage, as well as the long-term influence of agricultural life, the "stories" behind China's mountains and waters are particularly abundant, meaning that the cultural landscapes are exceptionally rich, and the accumulation of historical and cultural heritage is especially profound. This series blends landscape aesthetics, anecdotes and legends, literary works about mountains and waters, and local customs and traditions, offering readers a "comprehensive collection of mountain and water stories."
Mountain and Water Sentiment is a unique cultural mindset formed by the ancestors of China in their long-term agricultural society. The publication of this series in its current form is the result of the collective efforts of many colleagues and friends. Special thanks go to Mr. Luo Zhewen, who tirelessly explored the countryside to protect cultural heritage, as well as the renowned photographers Gu Di, Li Yuxiang, Wu Yinnan, and Li Xiangde, who provided a wealth of photographs of cultural relics, historic sites, and mountain and water art, enriching the series with a profound classical poetic charm.
As one volume in the "Mountain and Water China" illustrated series, this book offers a panoramic overview of the landscapes, historic sites, legends, and local customs of Jiangsu Province, accompanied by nearly 200 illustrations. With its elegant prose and exquisite illustrations, it distinguishes itself from the current trend of information-heavy travel guides and purely academic works focused on historical and cultural research. The book allows readers to savor the experience of "walking" through its pages, immersed in its deep cultural essence and fluid narrative style.