{"product_id":"communing-at-the-temple-of-heaven-english-edition-a-painted-journey-through-china-s-imperial-heaven-worship","title":"Communing at the Temple of Heaven (English Edition): A Painted Journey Through China‘s Imperial Heaven Worship","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1097\/0087\/4574\/files\/5e0387afd93eade3281280ad54eee8bab7a65e5fc4b3a3a66595b913140b9f80.jpg?v=1793434652\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eDiscover the Secrets of the Temple of Heaven Through the Eyes of a Bird\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWhat if the ancient stones of Beijing could speak? In this charming entry from the “Fun Trips to Beijing” series, they do—through the eyes of a feathered guide who leads you straight into the heart of one of China's most iconic landmarks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eA Story of Emperors, Heaven, and History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLong before Beijing became a modern metropolis, emperors came to the Temple of Heaven to perform the most sacred rites of the empire. They prayed for good harvests, favorable weather, and the continued prosperity of their people. But how did these rituals work? What did the emperor wear? What did he say to the heavens?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis book answers those questions and more. Written in a friendly, first-person voice, it turns dense history into an accessible adventure. The “bird's-eye view” perspective offers a unique narrative angle that is perfect for introducing Chinese culture to young readers, students, or anyone planning a trip to Beijing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eWhy This Book Belongs on Your Shelf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eUnique Narrative Voice:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTold from the perspective of a bird, making history feel immediate and alive rather than dusty and distant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eCultural Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eExplains the origins of the祭天 (Jìtiān) sacrifice, the layout of the Temple of Heaven, and the elaborate ceremonies that once took place there.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eVisual Appeal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAs part of the “Fun Trips to Beijing” series, this book combines educational content with engaging illustrations (ideal for visual learners and younger audiences).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ePerfect for Travelers and Learners:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhether you're visiting Beijing in person or exploring from your armchair, this is an excellent primer on one of the city's must-see UNESCO World Heritage Sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1097\/0087\/4574\/files\/0b418705fe8e6c95326485f6c2e56d6dbf5bcb42e4280c6f5bd1690c607126e7.jpg?v=1793434655\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1097\/0087\/4574\/files\/8963507345014e2d3c14488df4b12ae1be47183bdc89518210d6409816203269.jpg?v=1793434660\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"orientalbookworm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61462427140430,"sku":"978-7-5085-4501-1-1511584-0-0-0-0-0-0","price":23.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1097\/0087\/4574\/files\/b9f0ddf9cc2c18337763865ffb94726a4a65543d16c809ba3e07f520b4d3d302.jpg?v=1793417030","url":"https:\/\/orientalbookworm.com\/products\/communing-at-the-temple-of-heaven-english-edition-a-painted-journey-through-china-s-imperial-heaven-worship","provider":"orientalbookworm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}