Peking Opera: The Quintessence of Chinese Culture - English Version (2022 Edition)
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Peking Opera: The Quintessence of Chinese Culture offers a panoramic view of one of China’s most treasured performing arts. Written by Gao Zhen and translated into fluent English by Chen Xu, this 2022 edition published by China Intercontinental Press brings the rich history of Peking Opera to a global audience.What’s Inside:
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Historical Depth: The book traces the 200-year evolution of Peking Opera, detailing how it integrated various tunes, roles, and repertoires to achieve perfection.
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Cultural Significance: Using the ancient concept of “Qiankun” (symbolizing the vastness of heaven and earth), the narrative showcases how the stories on stage reflect the ordinary and extraordinary events of Chinese life and tradition.
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Comprehensive Coverage: Beyond the famous roles of Sheng (male), Dan (female), Jing (painted face), Mo, and Chou (clown), the book explores the influences of performers, rural and urban audiences, customs, and traditional Chinese aesthetics


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