Peking Opera (Introductions to Chinese Culture) - Softcover

Book 28 of 29: Introductions to Chinese Culture

Xu, Chengbei

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9780521188210: Peking Opera (Introductions to Chinese Culture)
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ISBN 10: 0521188210 ISBN 13: 9780521188210
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2012

Synopsis

Peking opera is one of the most distinctive traditions in Chinese culture – a tradition that can seem mysterious and complex to foreign eyes. In this illustrated introduction, Xu Chengbei explains the colorful make up, intricate costumes, characters, staging, stories and music associated with Peking opera, and discusses the origins and development of this unique performance art. Peking Opera is an essential starting point for all those interested in this intriguing part of China's cultural heritage.

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About the Author

Xu Chengbei is a researcher in the Chinese Art Academy and a member of the Chinese Writer's Association. His research is focused on Peking opera and the urban culture of Beijing, and he has published over sixty works on these subjects. The Peking opera he wrote for the actress Li Shji won the first Wenhua Award.

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication date
2012
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0521188210
ISBN 13 
9780521188210
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
3
Number of pages
138
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