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Bangkok: Orchid Press, 2006. An exploration of the unique wooden architectural tradition of the Dong minority peoples of the rugged mountainous regions of south-western China-a tradition most likely to disappear in decades to come, as it is overwhelmed by China's current rampant modernization. The author discusses the historic development of Dong architectural techniques as effected by Dong social and physical environment as well as agriculture and forestry practices of the Dong people. Both residential and public buildings are described and analyzed and all types of structures are illustrated in many striking duotone images. Vanishing Tradition is a valuable resource for China specialists, students of traditional architecture and general readers interested in the impact of the unprecedented changes ongoing in China, on traditional crafts and ways of life. 221 pp, 239 duotone illustrations, 12 plans, map, bibliography, index. Text in English; index includes Chinese character equivalents for Pinyin…
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- Title Vanishing Tradition: Architecture and Carpentry of the Dong Minority in China
- Author Klaus Zwerger
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition First Edition
- Pages 224
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Orchid Press, Bangkok
- Date August 25, 2006
- Illustrated Yes
- ISBN 9789745240612 / 9745240613
- Weight 2.6 lbs (1.18 kg)
- Dimensions 11.36 x 8.44 x 0.85 in (28.85 x 21.44 x 2.16 cm)
- Dewey Decimal Code 720.951
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