938 results for 'Yan Zhao'

The Empress in the Pepper Chamber: Zhao Feiyan in History and FictionThis groundbreaking study explores the life and legacy of Zhao Feiyan, a Chinese empress born into slavery who rose to power in...

This biography explores the rise of Zhao Ziyang to become premier in 1980 and his development of economic reform policies that have had lasting impact. By tracing his career from youth through key...

Lin Zhao's story is one of remarkable courage and faith in the face of extreme oppression. In 1960, she was arrested by the authorities and executed eight years later, at the height of the Cultural...

Emperor Wu Zhao and Her Pantheon of Devis, Divinities, and Dynastic MothersThis groundbreaking history explores how one woman, Wu Zhao, rose to power in ancient China, defying the patriarchal society...

Yan's Hajj: The Journey of a Lifetime is a heartwarming story about perseverance and compassion. Yan, a young man with a big heart, sets out to perform the pilgrimage to Makkah, but first faces...

Zhao Mengfu: Autumn Colours on the Que and Hua Mountains is part of a collection of 10 paintings from ancient China's Tang, Song, and Yuan dynasties. This handscroll showcases vivid portraits,...

The House of Yan: A Family at the Heart of a Century in Chinese History by Lan Yan. This memoir recounts the extraordinary story of the Yan family's history, intertwined with China's transformation...

Asian Cooking Made Easy with Martin Yan's Quick and Easy Cookbook Discover the art of Asian cooking with over 150 easy recipes that can be prepared in under 30 minutes. This comprehensive cookbook is...

I Name Him Me: Selected Poems of Ma Yan This collection marks the first appearance in English of Chinese poet Ma Yan's work. Her poetry explores themes of identity, subjectivity and human experience,...

Ma Yan's diary chronicles her struggle to escape hardship through her persistent attempts to continue her schooling. In a drought-stricken corner of rural China, an education can be the difference...

The "Emperor of Film" was a dominant figure in the golden age of Chinese silent movies. This book tells his remarkable story, featuring dozens of beautiful stills from his films and a DVD of one of...

The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street is a heartwarming story about a family's determination to stay in their beloved home. When their reclusive landlord decides not to renew their lease, the five...

The Vanderbeekers to the Rescue is a heartwarming story about a family's determination to save their mother's bakery from city closure. When an unexpected visit from city officials puts their plans...

La banda de Pica Pau crece con 20 nuevos personajes creados por la diseñadora Yan Schenkel. En esta ocasión, conoce a un poeta, un explorador y geógrafo, una periodista de investigación, una...

This book offers a holistic approach to women's health, exploring the connections between diet, lifestyle and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Xiaolan Zhao, a renowned practitioner, shares practical...

Discover 20 adorable amigurumi designs from Yan Schenkel, a talented toy maker and crochet expert. This book showcases Yan's expertise in creating charming characters, each with its own unique...

Discover the world of amigurumi crochet with Yan Schenkel's latest collection of 20 original designs. This book showcases the artist's passion for creating unique and imaginative characters, from the...

Hardcover, 192 pages, 2013. A humorous guide to everyday etiquette, featuring playful illustrations and straightforward advice on how to navigate relationships, home, school, work, and online...

Johanna Basford's Christmas A Festive Coloring Book for Adults is a beautiful holiday season celebration, featuring intricate artworks of holly, ivy, Christmas trees, and festive treats. The book...

Your Life, Your Way is a practical guide to helping you navigate the challenges of the teen years. With the support of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and positive psychology, you'll learn...

The lamps are going out all over Europe, we shall not see them lit again in our time. This book brings history to life as it tells the story of the First World War through the eyes of young...

The Emotionary: A Dictionary of Words That Don't Exist for Feelings That DoWritten by actress and advocate Eden Sher, this unique dictionary offers a solution to the age-old problem of finding the...

The Social Survival Guide for Teens on the Autism Spectrum offers practical advice and step-by-step guides to help you navigate social situations and care for your emotions. This handbook is...

Unwind with the soothing world of coloring. This large print easy color & frame book features 31 calming pages, including sea shells, flowers, mandalas, feathers, and more. The images range in...

Architecture for Teens: A Beginner's Book for Aspiring Architects Discover the fascinating world of architecture, where technology, creativity, and engineering come together. This comprehensive guide...

This ultimate guide to Five Nights at Freddy's is a treasure trove of theories, lore, and insights from the games, books, and more. With over 100 pages of new content, it delves into the world of...

Unwind with the soothing art of coloring in this Large Print Easy Color & Frame - Mindfulness book. Featuring 31 calming images to color, including birds, flowers, mandalas, and crystals, this book...

The Vanderbeekers Ever After by Karina Yan Glaser is a poignant conclusion to the beloved family's journey. When one of the siblings receives a dire diagnosis, the family's priorities shift from...

Li Qingzhao's poetry and prose offer a unique perspective on human experience. Her work is characterized by its lyricism and passion, exploring universal themes such as love, memory, and loss. In...

Strange Beasts of China is a thought-provoking exploration of identity and existence, set against the backdrop of a mysterious and enchanting world. An amateur cryptozoologist is tasked with...

Mandarin B for the IB Diploma Second Edition is a comprehensive guide to the Mandarin B language for IB Diploma students. This flexible course ensures thorough coverage of the updated Mandarin B...

Valley Verified is an outrageously fun and addictive new novel from Kyla Zhao, author of THE FRAUD SQUAD. This latest release promises to bring laughter and excitement to fans of contemporary fiction...

DNA and the I Ching explores a surprising connection between ancient wisdom and modern science.The book delves into the intriguing relationship between the I Ching, an ancient Chinese divination...

The Vanderbeekers Make a Wish is a heartwarming story about a family's love and secrets. It's summer on 141st Street, and the Vanderbeekers are excited to celebrate Papa's 40th birthday. However,...

The Power of Tiananmen State-Society Relations and the 1989 Beijing Student Movement by Dingxin Zhao In the spring of 1989, over 100,000 students in Beijing sparked one of the largest student revolts...

Rapids by Anna Bowles is a heartwarming and engaging novel about a young woman's journey with bipolar disorder. After seventeen years in a small village, Yan Harris is excited to experience life in...

The Chinese Secrets for Success reveals the untold secrets behind the rise of China and the success of Asian Americans. Based on his bicultural living experience, YuKong Zhao shares an "inside view"...

Hemispheres: A Novel of Family, Birds and Coming HomeA poignant story of fathers and sons, isolation and human connection, set against the stark landscapes of the Tees estuary and the wilder shores...

Media, Market, and Democracy in China explores the complex relationship between the Communist Party and the news media in China. Yuezhi Zhao examines how market forces influence the media, and how...

Discover the vibrant and dynamic world of contemporary Chinese art. This comprehensive volume explores the subject from the end of China's Cultural Revolution to the present day, placing it within...

The Backstage Clan by Yan Chen and Chen Yan is a thought-provoking exploration of language, identity, and community. This novel delves into the complexities of human connection in a world where words...

A sudden and mysterious illness sweeps through New York City, claiming young lives in a matter of minutes. Dr Jack Stapleton is faced with an unprecedented medical mystery when he discovers that one...

A Single Swallow: A Novel by Zhang Ling Seventy years after the end of World War II, three men are reunited in their hometown to fulfill a promise made on the day of Japan's surrender. Their pact is...

A poignant novel about the complexities of family and tradition, set against the backdrop of a remote Yunnan village. Li-yan's life is shaped by the rhythms of nature and the customs of her...

Death-defying pioneer parachute artist Miss Hazel Keyes earned renown across America in the 1890s. Her parachuting performances drew thousands of spectators over more than a decade, with her monkey,...

Grandes pechos amplias caderas is a powerful and poignant novel by Mo Yan that explores the lives of women in a repressive society. Against the backdrop of China's tumultuous past, the story follows...

Garlic Ballads by Mo Yan is a powerful and poignant novel that explores the complexities of human relationships in the face of adversity. Against the backdrop of a traditional Chinese community...

Sandalwood Death is a powerful and poignant novel by Yan Mo, set against the backdrop of China's final imperial epoch. Against this broad historical canvas, the story centers on the complex interplay...

The Individualization of Chinese Society by Yunxiang Yan explores the profound changes in Chinese society over the last 30 years. A significant shift has been the rise of individual agency, leading...

The Chilli Bean Paste Clan by Yan Ge is set in a fictional town in West China, where the Duan-Xue family's lucrative chilli bean paste factory has been a cornerstone of the community. As Gran...

The Flowers of War by Geling Yan In December 1937, Japan's invasion of Nanking brought terror to the city. Thirteen-year-old Shujuan and her school friends take refuge in an American church compound,...

Días, meses, años by Lianke Yan is a poignant tale of love, loss, and resilience set against the backdrop of a devastating drought. In this powerful parable, an elderly man stands steadfastly watch...

Whitman and Truth offers a unique perspective on Walt Whitman's reading of war, drawing comparisons with works by Susan Sontag, Sir Philip Sidney, Mo Yan, Edmund Blunden, and others.This set of...

A vehicle crammed with dozens of dead Chinese immigrants is found in southern Texas, sparking a complex and sinister investigation. Forensic pathologist Margaret Campbell is drawn into the case,...

The Vanderbeekers Ever After by Karina Yan Glaser is a poignant conclusion to the beloved family series. When one of the siblings receives a dire diagnosis, the family's priorities shift from wedding...

Life and Death Are Wearing Me Out A Novel by Mo Yan is set in hell on January 1, 1950, two years after Mao Zedong's Land Reform Movement changed rural China. Lord Yama, king of the underworld,...

A gripping thriller set against the backdrop of the Beijing Olympics. When two athletes die under mysterious circumstances, Detective Li Yan is drawn into a complex web of conspiracy and deceit. As...

Elsewhere is a collection of nine stories that explore isolation and dispossession in unexpected ways. Yan Ge's witty and wondrous tales range from contemporary to ancient, real to surreal.In these...

The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane A Novel by Lisa See In the remote mountain village of the Akha people, tradition and ritual are woven into the fabric of daily life. For generations, the villagers...

This concise yet comprehensive work offers a profoundly original philosophical interpretation of China's story and develops a Chinese worldview for the future. By rethinking the traditional Western...

A bizarre accident near London Bridge Station sets off a chain of events that will have repercussions for the members of London's Peculiar Crimes Unit. One year later, a woman is found dead in an...

Strange Tide is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of London's history and mythology. When a woman's body is discovered chained to a stone post near the River Thames, the Peculiar...

A country house weekend turns deadly in 1969. Ten guests are invited to Tavistock Hall, but one among them harbours thoughts of murder. Undercover detectives Arthur Bryant and John May are tasked...

You Shouldn't Be Here A Novel by Lauren Thoman is a gripping thriller that delves into the mysterious and unsettling world of unspoken secrets. When Angie Stewart starts hearing a strange voice in...

In Search of China's Development Model Beyond the Beijing Consensus by S. Philip Hsu, Yu-Shan Wu, and Suisheng Zhao explores the underlying dynamics of China's economic success and its differences...

Pollyanna Whittier's life takes a dramatic turn when she moves to live with her aunt after her father's passing. A terrible accident follows, but Pollyanna's optimism proves to have a profound impact...

Nine stories of dispossession and longing from a literary star's English-language debut. Yan Ge's Elsewhere is a collection of nine iridescent, beguiling, witty and wonderful tales that explore the...

This book explores the growing trend in Chinese cinema of films featuring ethnic minority children, examining the underlying reasons behind this fascination.Through an analysis of these films,...

Ryan Gosling's journey to fame is one of charisma and wisdom. With unforgettable performances in critically acclaimed films, his versatility knows no bounds. This book delves into Ryan's...

A thrilling doomsday adventure awaits in Phobos: Mayan Fear. Steve Alten's latest novel delves into the mysteries of Mayan mythology, revealing secrets about creation, extraterrestrial life and human...

This concise introduction to the evolution of moral self-cultivation in Chinese Confucianism explores the development of ideas from pre-philosophical times to the 17th century. It examines how key...

A killer strikes at 4:00am, leaving four strangers dead in a series of gruesome and seemingly unrelated murders. As the Peculiar Crimes Unit investigates, they uncover a web of impossibilities that...

Ryan Gosling: A Guide to His Humour and Philosophy. Ryan Gosling is an actor known for his versatility and charm. This book explores his playful sense of humour and philosophy, featuring iconic...

Our Home in Myanmar: Four Years in Yangon tells the story of Jessica Mudditt's experiences as an Australian journalist living and working in Myanmar during a period of significant change. In 2012,...

The Bleeding Heart by Christopher Fowler is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of London's history. When two teenagers witness a dead man rising from his grave, and one of them is...

Zhao Di and her friends love celebrating Chinese New Year with their colorful paper lanterns. Every night until the fifteenth day, they take part in this fun tradition, enjoying the thrill of...

The Surgeon's Case: A George Kocharyan Mystery by E. G. RodfordA gripping crime story that delves into the darker side of celebrity and identity, this novel follows Private Investigator George...

Detective Chief Inspector Ryan seeks sanctuary on Holy Island, but his Christmas retreat is shattered when a young woman is found dead amongst the ancient ruins of the nearby Priory. As he teams up...

Discover the uplifting world of Ryan Hart, a young girl who embodies pure spirit and sunshine. Renée Watson's charming series follows Ryan as she navigates the ups and downs of growing up, always...

Yantra - An Encyclopedia A Complete Guide to Yantra Making and Its Miraculous Benefits by Sushma Johari Madan is an in-depth exploration of this ancient art form. Practiced by saints and yogis for...

The Sri Yantra Bhavana Upanishad is an ancient text that explores the deeper emotions connected to the Sri Yantra, a powerful symbol in Hinduism. This Upanishad reveals the innermost feelings of the...

This comprehensive collection of essays explores the Yang-Mills gauge field theories, a fundamental concept in modern physics. Written by leading experts in the field, these contributions revisit the...

Two of Guyana's most gifted writers have combined their literary talent to create a collection of poems that explore the country's diverse culture and people. This collection traverses the geography...

Bryant and May - London's Glory (Short Stories) by Christopher Fowler Discover the intriguing world of London's Peculiar Crimes Unit through eleven classic cases, expertly woven together to provide...

A comprehensive survey of Guyanese history, this collection of essays offers an in-depth exploration of the country's past. With its diverse range of topics and engaging writing style, it is an...

Peter May's latest China series novel is a gripping thriller that reunites two main characters in a desperate bid to uncover the truth behind a series of gruesome ritual executions. A forensic...

Countdown to Yesterday by Shirley Marr is a heart-warming story about family love and friendship. When James' parents separate, he finds himself living two different lives with no sense of continuity...

The Yangtse River Incident 1949: A Personal Account In April 1949, a British frigate, HMS Amethyst, was shelled and stranded on the Yangtse River by Red Chinese forces. The ship's crew, led by...

The Japanese Adult Video Industry by Heung-Wah Wong and Hoi-Yan Yau is an in-depth examination of the adult video industry in Japan. This book focuses on the production side of the industry,...

The Mayan Ouroboros: The Cosmic Cycles Come Full Circle Drunvalo Melchizedek explores the Mayan perspective on the 2012 prophecies, revealing the insights of Mayan elders and the significance of the...

A Russian superweapon has been unleashed, threatening global security. President Jack Ryan must find a countermove to prevent catastrophe. As the situation spirals out of control, he must navigate...

Jack Ryan Jr's latest mission has left him shaken. After a harrowing operation in the North Sea, he's been taken off black ops and reassigned to routine surveillance. His new task: monitoring a...

This comprehensive guide to Myanmar offers insider tips and travel advice for independent travelers. With expert knowledge and firsthand experience, SwissMiss onTour shares detailed information on...

President Jack Ryan finds himself trapped in a desperate fight for his life as a Russian plot to seize the Panama Canal unfolds. A military coup erupts in Colombia, cutting him off from communication...

A shocking crime shatters the quiet of a Texas night, sending Jack Ryan, Jr. on a perilous quest for justice. An auto accident turns out to be a professional hit, and Jack is determined to bring the...

Jack Ryan, Jr. finds himself in the midst of an international conspiracy after witnessing a hit gone wrong in a small Texas town.A professional hit shatters the quiet of a night, and Jack's pursuit...

This collection of traditional Libyan recipes offers a fresh take on the country's culinary heritage. With 30 step-by-step recipes, you'll discover the flavors and ingredients that make Libyan...

The Mayan Sacred Count of Days: Ian Xel Lungold's Quest to Bring Mayan Calender Astrology to the WorldThis memoir recounts Abby Isadora Haydon's time with the late Mayan astrology scholar, Ian Xel...

A container ship from Shanghai explodes on its approach to Seattle, setting off a chain of events that threatens the stability of the United States. Meanwhile, a US spy vessel in the South China Sea...

Introduction to Topology by Min Yan provides a comprehensive introduction to topology for undergraduate students. The book covers essential topics in point-set and combinatorial topology, developing...