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Author
Publisher
McGraw-Hill
Pub. Date
c2000
Physical Desc
xxvi, 500 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Chinese medicine is a healing art that has survived and continues to thrive in East Asia and is increasingly becoming a global resource. The Web That Has No Weaver is the classic English language introductory text that explains how medicine so rooted the archaic past can be relevant to modern health care. The book demystifies the worldview of Chinese medicine. Yin and yang, dampness and wind are easily comprehended. The Web lets the reader see, feel...
Author
Publisher
Ballantine Books
Pub. Date
1992
Edition
First Trade paperback edition.
Physical Desc
xvi, 431 pages : ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Between Heaven and Earth addresses three vital areas of Chinese medicine- theory, therapy, and types - to present a comprehensive, yet understandable guide to this ancient system.
7) Essential kanji: 2,000 basic Japanese characters systematically arranged for learning and reference
Author
Publisher
Weatherhill
Pub. Date
1996
Language
English
Author
Language
English
Description
A simple introduction to Chinese writing, pronunciation and intonation using short stories. Appropriate for all ages. Reading basic Chinese becomes simplified in this highly attractive and unusual manual designed for readers of all ages. Chinese writing, pronunciation, and vocabulary are described here in an entertaining and interesting manner to help beginners learn quickly. The author starts with simple characters and then combines these to make...