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Naviguez l'incertitude moderne et affinez vos décisions grâce à la sagesse pragmatique de la philosophie antique. Loin des clichés ésotériques, cette écoute stimulante vous plonge dans les débats fascinants des anciens stratèges pour éclairer notre société hyper-connectée. Idéal...

Plongez au cœur du pouvoir impérial chinois et décodez l'architecture majestueuse d'une dynastie aux rituels secrets. Idéal pour enrichir votre trajet quotidien, ce voyage auditif immersif vous offre une carte mentale précise du palais. Laissez-vous transporter là où chaque cour et chaque...

Erlebe in diesem packenden Geschichts-Hörbuch den epischen Aufstieg und Fall imperialer Macht im historischen China. Ob beim morgendlichen Pendeln oder abends zum entspannten Zuhören – diese atmosphärische Reise durch die Jahrhunderte verwandelt deinen Alltag in ein lebendiges...

Plongez dans la plus sanglante guerre civile de l'histoire, une rébellion mystique qui fractura l'empire de la Chine. Idéal pour transformer vos trajets quotidiens en une épopée historique captivante, ce récit sombre et tragique retrace l'ascension fulgurante puis la chute d'un mouvement...

Some of the cruelest deeds of Japan's war in Asia did not occur on the battlefield, but in quiet, antiseptic medical wards in obscure parts of China. Far from front lines and prying eyes, Japanese doctors and their assistants subjected human guinea pigs to gruesome medical experiments in the name of science and Japan's wartime chemical and biological warfare research. Author Hal Gold draws upon a wealth of sources to construct a portrait of the Imperial Japanese Army's most notorious medical unit, giving an overview of its history and detailing its most shocking activities.

In this Pulitzer Prize–winning biography, Barbara Tuchman explores American relations with China through the experiences of one of our men on the ground. In the cantankerous but level-headed “Vinegar Joe,” Tuchman found a subject who allowed her to perform, in the words of the National...

The modern day city of Guangzhou is located in the mountainous region of south China. Near the Baiyun Mountains that rise from the edge of the city and the eastern banks of the Pearl River (Zhujiang), the city today covers approximately 7, 400 square kilometers. The location of the city provides it the opportunity to oversee the delta of the Pearl River, which is China’s third largest river.

For the first time in any modern language, a female scholar and translator reimagines The Art of War. Sun Tzu’s ancient book of strategy and psychology has as much to tell us today as when it was first written 2,500 years ago. In a world full of surprising turns, his rules for anticipating the...

Defending Heaven brings together, for the first time in one volume, a complete history of the Jin, Song, and Ming dynasties' wars fought against the Mongols. Lasting nearly two centuries, these wars, fought to defend Chinese civilization against a brutal and unrelenting foe, pitted personal heroics against the inexorable Mongol war machine and involved every part of the Chinese state.

One of the most turbulent and romanticized eras in ancient Chinese history is that of the three kingdoms period. During the third century AD in China, warlords battled for supremacy. This turbulent and bloody era is known as the three kingdoms period. It's also one of the most romanticized eras in Chinese history; heroes and villains like Cao Cao, Liu Bei, and Zhuge Liang have served has inspiration for poetry, novels, opera, and song in China.

China today is never out of the news: from international finance to human rights controversies, global coverage of its rising international presence, and the Chinese "economic miracle". It seems to be a country of contradictions: a peasant society with some of the world's most futuristic cities, heir to an ancient civilization that is still trying to find a modern identity. This Very Short Introduction audiobook offers the listener an entry to understanding the world's most populous nation, giving an integrated picture of modern Chinese society, culture, economy, politics, and art. 

The United States has projected power across the Pacific for more than a century. Yet few Americans know their country has a forward defensive perimeter in Asia, where more than sixty US bases support nearly 400,000 troops patrolling a vast oceanic frontier. Award-winning author and geopolitical...

Discover how a flood-prone Asian basin conquered brutal geography to become a global metropolis of urban resilience. Whether you are navigating a busy morning commute or planning your next overseas adventure, this immersive urban history transports you straight to the bustling streets of East...

When did Suzhou gardens originate? Why have they been able to thrive on this land for thousands of years, with stunning masterpieces emerging in every historical period? Canglang Pavilion, Master of the Nets Garden, Lion Grove Garden, Lingering Garden, Couple's Garden… what history do these Suzhou gardens, which recreate a world within a small space, carry? What wisdom of choice of residence do they embody? What reclusive sentiments did ancient Chinese literati express? What were the feelings of those literati who once lived here when they meticulously crafted their homes?

Tang and Song poetry, beginning with literary elegance, harmonizing with rhythm, and remaining true to sentiment. Although different historical backgrounds and social environments shaped the distinct characteristics and styles of Tang and Song poetry, and also created the unique styles of great poets from different periods, the patriotic spirit of Chinese scholars, their sense of responsibility for the world, and their upright and noble character have remained constant throughout thousands of years of Chinese intellectual life.

Surviving the Dragon is the remarkable life story of Arjia Rinpoche, who was ordained as a reincarnate lama at the age of two and fled Tibet 46 years later. In his gripping memoir, Rinpoche relates the story of having been abandoned in his monastery as a young boy after witnessing the torture and arrest of his monastery family. In the years to come, Rinpoche survived under harsh Chinese rule, as he was forced into hard labor and endured continual public humiliation as part of Mao’s Communist "reeducation".

As you begin to listen to this book, you will become familiar with all the gods and goddesses of Chinese culture. The historical context will become clear, as well as the institutions, the law, the rules about sexuality, marriage, and children, and so much more. Understanding these aspects of their society before fully becoming engaged in the folklore that was the popular belief at the time is essential to your comprehension of the cultural anecdotes in those tales.

Brought to you by Penguin. The best-known modern Chinese fairy tale is the story of three sisters from Shanghai, who for most of the twentieth century were at the centre of power in China. It was sometimes said that 'One loved money, one loved power and one loved her country', but there was far...

Brought to you by Penguin. A riveting, masterfully researched account of the bold innovators who adapted the Chinese language to the modern world, transforming China into a super-power in the process What does it take to reinvent the world's oldest living language? China today is one of the...

A concise, definitive history of the precarious relationship among the US, China, and Taiwan. “A rich and thoughtful book.” -New Yorker “A deeply researched and fascinating history.” -Guardian Named a Best Book of 2024 by the New Statesman * BBC History Magazine As tensions over Taiwan...