Appreciation of Ming and Qing Dynasty Leisurely Short Pieces: Food, Clothing, Housing, and Transportation

Author: Zhu Zirui
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Publish Date: 2001-12-01
Features: This book is one volume in the series "Appreciation of Ming and Qing Dynasty Leisurely Essays." It selects over a hundred essays and notes on clothing, food, shelter, and transportation from the literary collections and personal records of the Ming and Qing dynasties, accompanied by annotations and commentaries. The author's annotations are concise and easy to understand, while the commentaries primarily introduce relevant background information. The book is rich in content and accessible, blending the appreciation of beautiful prose with historical knowledge. Readers not only get to enjoy exquisite writings but also gain insights into the development of clothing, food, shelter, and transportation during the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is an excellent leisure read.