Collapse of Heaven
by Huan Jin
Title:
Collapse of Heaven
Author:
Huan Jin
Series (if any):
Harvard-Yenching Institute Monograph Series
Format:
Hardback
Number of pages:
360 pages, 9 photos, 4 color photos, 2 maps
Publisher:
Harvard University Press
ISBN-13:
9780674295872
EAN:
9780674295872
Publication Date:
19/03/2024
Classifications:
Literature: history and criticism
Weight (g):
746
Dimensions (mm):
160 x 237 x 26
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Price:£50.20
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Description
The Collapse of Heaven investigates a long-neglected century in Chinese literature through the lens of the Taiping War (1851–1864). Huan Jin examines manifold literary and cultural transformations through pamphlets, diaries, poetry, fiction, and drama. The book offers an important comparative perspective on the global nineteenth century.
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