507 results for 'Zhang, Ning'

Gabby's Dollhouse Storybook: A Mixed-Up Adventure Gabby's excitement turns to surprise when she unboxes a snow globe shaped like her Dollhouse. To her amazement, the rooms inside start to mix up, and...

Zhang Huan has emerged as one of the most important artists of the past decade, exploring the limits of the human body and addressing the relationship between physical endurance and spiritual...

Ning and the Spirit Light by Adriena Fong is a beautifully illustrated tale about confronting fears and finding one's voice. In a small village, Ning has always heard stories about night spirits that...

Luning-Ning is a heartwarming story about an unlikely friendship between a young girl and her new buffalo companion.In a small village in the Philippines, buffalo are an integral part of family life...

Zhang Heng and the Incredible Earthquake Detector is a true story about a remarkable device that helped save lives during China's earthquakes. In 136 AD, Emperor Shun Di faced a crisis when thousands...

Accomplice to Memory by Q.M. Zhang is a deeply personal exploration of identity, family secrets and historical events. When her father's dementia forces him to reveal a long-held secret, the author...

Zhang Xiao's Community Fire is a vibrant visual exploration of Shehuo, a traditional Chinese Spring Festival celebration that has evolved over thousands of years. The photographer captures how...

Imagine a world where Chinese Marxism has shaped society, and Lenin's ideas are revered. In this cybernetic world, flyers soar through the skies, while opulent Beijing marks a new cultural era...

The Whirling Circles of Ba Gua Zhang: The Art and Legends of the Eight Trigram Palm This comprehensive guide to Ba Gua Zhang presents the history, legends, and techniques of this ancient Chinese...

Zhang Ji's poetry has been brought to life in this first English translation of his work. 300 poems showcase the range of his stylistic choices, from atmospheric landscape quatrains to folk-style...

Ba Gua Zhang: A Comprehensive Guide to Unlocking Human Potential. This book offers an in-depth exploration of Ba Gua Zhang, an ancient art rooted in Daoist meditation and longevity practices, Chinese...

Taiji Yangsheng Zhang Taiji Stick Qigong is an accessible introduction to taiji stick qigong exercises. This set of movements embodies the harmony of yin and yang, man and nature, and is suitable for...

Top Graduate Zhang Xie is the earliest extant Chinese play in the southern dramatic tradition. Dating from the early fifteenth century, it offers a unique insight into the history of Chinese...

The Path of Drunken Boxing Pocketbook Edition by Jing Fa Zhang is an in-depth guide to the Chinese system of Drunken Boxing/Drunken Fist. This comprehensive book explores the internal aspects of...

Bagua Zhang Fundamentals provides a clear and step-by-step guide to the fundamentals of this Chinese internal martial art. Kent Howard's in-depth understanding of Bagua Zhang, combined with his...

Aang's journey to becoming the Avatar is a story of self-discovery and growth, as he navigates the challenges of mastering the elements and saving the world. With the help of his friends, he learns...

Coordinate Structures by Ning Zhang provides an in-depth examination of how coordinate structures are derived syntactically. This Element explores the syntactic operations involved, including...

A Magic Steeped in Poison by Judy I. Lin is a captivating debut YA fantasy novel. In a desperate bid to save her sister's life, a young tea-maker named Ning travels to the imperial city to compete in...

Gideon Mendel's installation at the 'Jungle' refugee camp in Calais presents an alternative perspective on the lives of displaced people. By focusing on everyday objects such as toothbrushes, playing...

This comprehensive guide to Baguazhang offers a complete training program for beginners and advanced practitioners alike. With over nine hundred photographs, it covers theory, martial applications,...

Baguazhang Fundamentals, Applications, and Footwork is a comprehensive guide to this unique martial art. Based on the eight trigrams of the Yi Jing, baguazhang emphasizes maneuverability, evasion,...

A Magic Steeped in Poison by Judy I. Lin is a captivating tale of magic, mystery and deadly politics. After losing her mother, Ning is consumed by guilt and regret, but when she learns about a...

Baguazhang Circle Walking: A Short Guide to is a concise and practical introduction to this lesser-known internal martial art. By focusing on the key exercise of circle walking, this compact book...

The Dynamics Of Foreign-policy Decisionmaking In China by Ning Lu provides unique insights into the formal and informal structures, processes, mechanisms, and dynamics of foreign-policy...

Jiang Rongqiao's Baguazhang is a comprehensive guide to this traditional Chinese martial art, now fully bilingual in English and Chinese. First published in 2000, this edition has been improved with...

Marriage and the Law in the Age of Khubilai Khan offers a unique insight into medieval Chinese family life through the records of legal cases contained in the Yuan dianzhang. Bettine Birge's...

China's "long 1990s" - a decade marked by significant cultural and economic shifts. In this critical analysis, Xudong Zhang explores how China navigated the tumultuous years between the Tiananmen...

A Magic Steeped in Poison by Judy I. Lin is a captivating tale of magic, mystery, and family secrets. In a world where tea is not just a drink, but a powerful force, Ning's life is turned upside down...

A Venom Dark and Sweet by Judy I. Lin is the thrilling conclusion to the Book of Tea YA duology. In this gripping tale, a young tea-maker named Ning embarks on a perilous journey to save her homeland...

A Venom Dark and Sweet by Judy I. Lin is the thrilling conclusion to the Book of Tea duology. In a kingdom torn apart by fear and distrust, a great evil has returned to power, aided by mass...

This 2019 study explores how Chinese director Jia Zhangke's films represent the country's social and economic transformation since 1979. Focusing on the archetypal class figures in his work, the...

The Cheng School Gao Style Baguazhang Manual is a comprehensive guide to Gao baguazhang, one of the youngest and most unique major bagua lineages. This detailed training manual presents a synthesis...

Dorothy Sing Zhang explores the human experience in a unique and thought-provoking way. In "Like Someone Alive", she presents a compelling portrayal of vulnerability, one that challenges traditional...

Angela Huyue Zhang's High Wire provides a comprehensive analysis of how China regulates its tech sector. By examining the incentives and interactions among key players, Zhang introduces a dynamic...

Zhong Guan Village Tales from the Heart of China's Silicon ValleyThis book tells the story of how a group of young scientists in 1960s Beijing laid the foundation for China's thriving tech sector,...

A Marxist Reading of Young Baudrillard. Throughout His Ordered Masks by Yibing Zhang. This book offers a fresh perspective on the philosophical journey of early Baudrillard, challenging current...

Er Zhang's First Mountain is a poignant exploration of death and life, family and tradition. The poet embarks on a journey to her ancestral village in Shanxi province, where she performs a ritual...

Anxious China: Inner Revolution and Politics of Psychotherapy by Li Zhang explores how China's economic reform has led to deep social changes and growing mental distress among its middle-class...

Trying new things can be tough. Molly Morningstar wants to jump on ice during the skating show, but she's frustrated by what she can't do... yet! After falling again and again, Molly learns that the...

China's rise to global prominence is a phenomenon that challenges traditional Western assumptions about democracy, governance and human rights. In this thought-provoking analysis, Wei-Wei Zhang...

Allegoresis: Reading Canonical Literature East and West by Longxi Zhang explores how texts can convey meanings beyond their literal words. This book examines allegorical readings across cultures,...

Punishment of a Hunter: A Leningrad Confidential is a gripping noir detective series set in Stalinist Russia. When a series of bizarre and seemingly motiveless homicides takes place, Detective Vasily...

The History of Rock at Donington Park is a comprehensive and in-depth look at one of the UK's longest-running rock festivals. Written by Ian Carroll, this book tells the story of the festival through...

Zhang Rongliang's extraordinary story is one of courage and conviction. As a former Communist Party member, he took a stand for Christ, facing persecution and imprisonment in the process. This...

Refining the Elixir: The Internal Alchemy Teachings of Taoist Immortal Zhang SanfengThis comprehensive guide to Internal Alchemy (Neidan) provides an in-depth analysis of the subject, making it one...

Death of the Red Rider A Leningrad Confidential is the second installment in a gripping noir detective series set against the dark backdrop of Stalinist Russia.In 1930s Leningrad, Detective Zaitsev...

Rorke Burningsoul, once bound to serve, is now free to pursue his desires. After being left for dead in the Nightlands, he finds himself at the mercy of those who wronged him, only to discover an...

Rorke Burningsoul's latest adventure has begun. Since his escape from the Nightlands, he has been on the move, always looking for the next challenge. But when his airship is boarded by the all-female...

Re-Understanding Entrepreneurship: What It Is and Why It MattersEconomics has long been dominated by a market theory that neglects the role of entrepreneurs. This oversight leads to a flawed...

Chinese Modernism in the Era of Reforms offers a unique perspective on China's post-Mao era. Xudong Zhang rethinks Chinese modernism as a historical genre that arose in response to the country's...

The discovery of a young woman's body in Glasgow Cathedral sets off a chain of events that will test Gil Cunningham's skills as a lawyer. Recognizing the victim from a May Day celebration, he is...

Quality Activities in Center-Based Programs for Adults with Autism: Moving from Nonmeaningful to Meaningful provides a step-by-step guide to changing nonpurposeful activities into meaningful ones for...

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang: The Magical Car is a treasured tale of adventure and fantasy, featuring vibrant, full-color original illustrations by John Burningham. Written by Ian Fleming, the author of...

The Five Rules for Successful Stock Investing by Pat Dorsey is a comprehensive guide to building wealth and winning in the market. Written by Morningstar's Director of Stock Analysis, this book...

Bagua Swimming Body Palms is a comprehensive guide to Master Wang's advanced Bagua Zhang form. This detailed manual helps practitioners develop fluent body mechanics and connect movements with power,...

Sour Heart is a poignant collection of short stories by Jenny Zhang, set against the backdrop of 1990s New York City. The author explores the complex and often fraught lives of immigrant women and...

The Surge: An Overview of China's Rapid Evolving Corporate Governance and Coming ESG Revolution by Lyndsey ZhangAs China continues to grow at an unprecedented pace, understanding its corporate...

The Morningside is a world of contrasts, where luxury and decay coexist in a crumbling high-rise. For eleven-year-old Silvia, this is a place of mystery and magic, as she uncovers the secrets of her...

It's the end of days. Modern technology has been destroyed, mythical creatures roam the streets, and the immortals are dying horribly. But one person seems to realize that everything has changed - an...

One of Inc Magazine's Top Business Books of 2015, "Meaningful: The Story of Ideas that Fly" by Bernadette Jiwa explores how to innovate and change the world. By understanding empathy, relevance, and...

The China Wave: Rise of a Civilizational State by Wei-Wei Zhang is a thought-provoking analysis of China's rise to global prominence. This comprehensive study explores the country's unique model of...

A hero emerges in a time of desperate need. Angostin invaders bring destruction and darkness to the Highlands, resurrecting the eons-dead Vampyre Kings through the power of a mad necromancer. Against...

The concept of "transcending self-boundaries" is central to neo-Confucian thought. In Persons Emerging, Galia Patt-Shamir explores this idea through the philosophies of three 11th-century Chinese...

Fay has spent eighteen months locked up in a Secure Training Centre, where her only experience is with drug deals and rip-offs. Now she's back on the street, seeking revenge against those who wronged...

Lyonel Feininger Retrospective presents a comprehensive portrait of the artist's work, featuring 140 paintings, drawings, caricatures, watercolors, woodcuts, and other art objects drawn from across...

The Leningrad Dutch: A Fighting Chess Opening Mihail Marin explores the strategic ideas and latest theory behind this dynamic opening. By fianchettoing the king's bishop, White can create complex...

Becoming a Friend of the World: A Practical Handbook for Cultivating Compassion and Empathy in Daily LifeGeshe Kelsang Gyatso offers a practical guide to transforming daily activities into acts of...

Openly Bob by Bob Smith is a humorous collection of essays that tackle the challenges of being grown-up and gay in a straight society.The author, an openly gay comic, shares his own experiences with...

Ten personas desconocidas son invitadas a pasar unas vacaciones en una mansión lujosa. Durante la cena, se revela que cada uno de ellos tiene un secreto y un crimen por el que pagar. Cuando el cuerpo...

Ten strangers are brought together on an isolated island, their lives forever changed by the sinister intentions of their host. A complex web of relationships and motives is spun, as each guest...

In 1999, New York City's Morningside Heights neighborhood was a haven for intellectuals and artists. For Anne and Charles Braithwaite, it had been their home for over 40 years. As the novel opens,...

The Manningtree Witches by A. K. Blakemore In 1643, England is torn apart by war and Puritanical fervour. In the small village of Manningtree, the women are left to their own devices, struggling to...

Humfrey Coningsby is a poignant and introspective collection of poems that explore the complexities of human experience. Written in a unique narrative voice, this series of poems delves into themes...

The Madonnas of Leningrad by Debra Dean is a powerful and moving debut novel about one woman's struggle to preserve her artistic heritage in the face of war and destruction. In 1941, Marina, a guide...

Ann Hood's Morningstar is an enchanting account of how she discovered the transformative power of literature in her early life. Growing up in a household that didn't encourage reading, Ann found...

The First Emperor of China by Li Yu-NingFirst published in 1975, this book explores the life and reign of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China. A unifying force who brought together disparate...

The Horningsea Fossil Diggings by Bernard O'Connor In the 1840s, a significant discovery was made in the Cambridgeshire fens, which would have far-reaching consequences for the local community. A bed...

Mr Mornington's Favourite Things by Karen George is a heartwarming picture book that explores the subject of dementia in an original way. Mr Mornington, who has always lived next door, loves...

The story behind THE BRONZE HORSEMAN is revealed in this captivating memoir. Paullina Simons recounts her journey to Leningrad (now St Petersburg) with her father, which took an unexpected turn and...

A Short History of Sunningdale by F. C. Hodder is a unique blend of historical fact and personal recollection, drawing on the author's long association with the village. This carefully researched...

This detailed account tells the story of those named on Skinningrove war memorial in Yorkshire. It provides information on their origins, where they lived and died, and how they are commemorated.A...

A murder at Pennington Manor sets off a chain of events in this second volume of Tracy Gardner's antiques-themed mystery series. Appraiser Avery Ayers and her team are tasked with cataloguing the...

JoAnna Novak's debut short fiction collection explores the complexities of human desire and the often-overlooked labor that fuels our obsessions. With lyrical prose, she delves into the inner lives...

The Leningrad State of Siege is a powerful and moving history of one of the most pivotal moments of World War II. In 1941, the German High Command deliberately starved the civilian population of...

Dancing with Merce Cunningham is a captivating memoir that recounts the author's lifelong friendship with renowned choreographer Merce Cunningham. During her college year abroad in postwar Paris,...

A collection of poems by Ane Santiago, accompanied by the beautiful illustrations of Elena Pancorbo. This book is a genuine reflection on everyday life, transition to adulthood and the emotions that...

Shostakovich's Seventh Symphony was first performed in its city of origin on 9 August 1942. Its premiere remains one of the most remarkable events in music history. In the preceding months, the...

La batalla por Leningrado es un relato exhaustivo de uno de los asedios más importantes en la historia humana. En febrero de 1941, más de dos millones de civiles y decenas de miles de soldados se...

The Meaningful Money Handbook is a practical guide to succeeding with money. By following three simple steps - spend less than you earn, insure against disaster, and build up your savings and invest...

Ann Hood's memoir explores the transformative power of literature and how it shaped her life. Growing up in a household that didn't foster a love of reading, Hood discovered the magic of books at an...

Deep beneath the surface lies a secret that has lain dormant for centuries. Gyre Silvereye's discovery of a hidden city, home to ghouls who have been waiting for their moment to strike, sets in...

Gwrandawodd y gwningen is a deeply moving exploration of grief and empathy. When something terrible happens, it can be hard to know where to turn.The animals in the forest try to offer their own...

The Siege of Leningrad Then and Now By Daniel Taylor The siege of Leningrad is one of the most infamous episodes in modern history, lasting nearly 900 days from late August 1941 to late January 1944...

Designing Meaningful STEM Lessons by Milton Huling and Jackie Speake Dwyer is a practical guide to creating engaging science lessons that promote deeper learning. By applying a conceptual framework,...

A Little World Made Cunningly by Scott David Finch is a dreamlike graphic novel that explores the intersection of creativity and the ancient template of the Creation Story. A young woman's sleep is...

Dao Yin for General Health Dao Yin Bao Jian Gong 1st Form by Zhang Guangde is a comprehensive guide to promoting and maintaining good health and wellbeing through the practice of Dao Yin Yang Sheng...

This Is Where the World Ends by Amy Zhang is a heart-wrenching novel about two best friends whose lives are forever changed when one goes missing. Janie and Micah's friendship, built on differences...

Trees Without Wind A Novel by Rui Li is set against the backdrop of China's Cultural Revolution. In a remote Shanxi village, a rare affliction has left residents physically stunted. Director Liu and...

Scott Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Wicca in the Kitchen offers a unique approach to personal transformation through food. This comprehensive guide reveals how specific ingredients can be used for...

The Emperor of Ruin by Django Wexler is the final instalment in an epic fantasy trilogy that spans two siblings divided by magic and revolution. Gyre and Maya, once at odds, must now join forces to...