About this title: The appeal of Chinese proverbs has always been universal. With brevity, clarity, and simplicity, these proverbs help pass wisdom and insight throughout the ages and communicate fundamental truths about the natural world and the human condition. In addition to collecting and translating more than 300 ancient Chinese proverbs, Theodora Lau has included notes on interpretation wherever necessary to help a modern audience discover the subtleties and depth of the original language. The proverbs are divided into 26 essential categories, such as Knowledge ('By filling one's head instead of one's ...
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Binding: Trade paperback
Publisher: Harper Perennial
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780060951337ISBN:0060951338
Description: Very good. No dust jacket as issued. (A110_5/9)Book is in good condition. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 192 p. Audience: General/trade. read more
Description: Good. 0060951338 Former library item may have library binding and show stamps, stickers or other marks. Items not meeting quality expectations may be returned. Due to the large scale of our operation, we do not have access to the specific contents/condition of our items. read more
Description: Good. Trade PB 1st edition / 1st printing. Square uncreased spine. Cover as shown. Text block and upper right corner has a coffee stain. Book text not effected. read more
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Edition: Firsr Edition
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Harper/Perennial, New York
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780060951337ISBN:0060951338
Description: Near Fine. No DJ. 8vo. 180 pages. Seems barely or rarely opened. No woner's name. We pack carefully & ship immediately from our private, smoke-free collection. Booksellers since 1978. read more
Description: Like New. 2009-Paperback-May contain minor shelf-wear. Otherwise, volume un-read and in "As-New" condition. -Used-Like New-Hall Street Books proudly ships from Brooklyn, NY. All orders are processed and shipped within 24 hours, M-F. 100% money back No-Worry guarantee with expedited delivery and delivery confirmation available. read more
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Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Collins
Date Published: 2009-01-01
ISBN-13:9780061703652ISBN:0061703656
Description: NEW. Softcover. From an inventory that is 100% brand-new, 100% direct from the publishers' distribution channel. We carry NO pre-owned, NO remaindered. We pack in CARDBOARD to ensure the pristine quality is maintained. (Bubble-wrap alone is NOT sufficient to protect from USPS equipment. ) Guaranteed brand-NEW, protected with CARDBOARD, your satisfaction is guaranteed. BKLUVID: 9780061703652. read more
Edition: 2 REV ED
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: HARPERCOLLINS PUBLISHERS INC Country = UNITED STATES
Date Published: 2009
ISBN-13:9780061703652ISBN:0061703656
Description: BRAND NEW PAPERBACK. 192 pages. Collecting and translating more than 300 ancient chinese proverbs, this book includes notes on interpretation wherever necessary to help a modern audience discover the subtleties and depth of the original language. edition 2 rev ed (Paperback) read more
Edition: First edition.
Binding: Trade paperback
Publisher: Harper Perennial
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780060951337ISBN:0060951338
Description: Fine. No dust jacket as issued. Book is in near new condition, pages are bright and unmarked. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 180 p. Audience: General/trade. read more
Binding: Trade paperback
Publisher: Harper Perennial
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780060951337ISBN:0060951338
Description: Very good. No dust jacket as issued. Light shelf/edge wear to cover. Pages are clean and unmarked. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 192 p. Audience: General/trade. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Collins Reference
Date Published: 2009
ISBN-13:9780061703652ISBN:0061703656
Description: Good. Cover and pages may have some wear or writing. Binding is tight. We ship daily Monday-Friday. Delivery Confirmation included on all domestic orders. read more
Edition: Stated First Edition; Second Printing
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Harper Perennial, New York
Date Published: 1995
ISBN-13:9780060951337ISBN:0060951338
Description: New. 0060951338. New paperback copy-fresh out of storage! Stated 1st editon, published in 1995. Excellent condition but has a light crease on the front cover. Every order is processed immediately with e-notification and USPS tracking. #5494; A-45; Cover Art; Small 8vo 7½"-8" tall; 180 pages. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Harpercollins Publishers Inc
Date Published: 2009
ISBN-13:9780061703652ISBN:0061703656
Description: New. Collecting and translating more than 300 ancient Chinese proverbs, this book includes notes on interpretation wherever necessary to help a modern audience discover the subtleties and depth of the original language. read more
Description: New. The popularity of Chinese proverbs circles the globe and spans millennia. Now, from the author of the bestselling Handbook of Chinese Horoscopes, comes a charming gift book of simple wisdom--325 proverbs in all--accompanied by elegant illustrations a... read more
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