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Wonderful Xinjiang (Cultural China, Man and the Land) [Hardcover]

Reader's Digest editors (Author), Yaw-Tsong Lee (Translator)
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November 18, 2004 Cultural China, Man and the Land
Follow a renowned Chinese writer to the country's western region of Xinjiang, where his heart was captured by its natural magnificence and panorama of multiethnic culture.

Take a journey with Wang Meng as he relives what he encountered when he moved his family to this beautiful exotic land. Over 300 stunning photographs will transport you to the diverse scenery of Xinjiang, which is situated in northwestern China and includes Mongolia, Russia, and Afghanistan among its neighbors. The Han ethnic group makes up 40 percent of the population, while the remaining 60 percent is comprised of 47 minority groups-13 of which have lived in Xinjiang for centuries. Iron, steel, leather and textiles are some of its major industries.

Discover a place so different from our own land by exploring breathtaking vistas, such as the Ili River, with its churning water and whitecaps. Meet the people, such as beekeepers and herders, and learn the culture as you observe the attire, culinary customs, musical instruments and religious rites. Wonderful Xinjiang captures unforgettable scenes, human interactions, and the sounds and smells of Wang Meng's memorable land.


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Product Details

  • Hardcover: 248 pages
  • Publisher: Readers Digest; First Edition edition (November 18, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0762106395
  • ISBN-13: 978-0762106394
  • Product Dimensions: 12 x 7.7 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,220,457 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Wonderful Xinjiang July 3, 2006
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Interesting photographs and nice text, but nowhere is there a map of the areas photographed and usually there is no reference to the location of the photos within the province of Xinjiang. Somewhat disappointing in that respect, but it might be more meaningful to people who have traveled in that area.
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