In 101 Stories for foreigners to Understand Chinese People Yiand Bryan Ellis tell stories about their experiences living inChina to introduce elements of Chinese culture，etiquette andinterpersonal interaction． When they moved from New York City to Shanghai they readseveral guide books and thought they were pre-pared．But dozens ofsmall yet significant cultural differences caught them bysurprise！ Three years（and numerous faux pass misunderstandings andmisinterpretations）later，they have written this book to helpreaders benefit from their experiences．Their stories explain boththe“what’s”and the“why’s”of Chinese customs，So that readers canbetter understand and appreciate the Chinese way of thinking andliving．Often，what seems bizarre and strange at first makes perfectsense if you see it from a Chinese perspective．Yi and Bryan haveenjoyed learning about Chinese culture and hope that the readerswill enjoy this journey of discovery as well．

《我心中的少林》（英文版）一书选取了近300幅珍贵图片，由少林寺方丈释永信亲自执笔，首度向公众讲述他与少林寺之间的深厚渊源。通过该书读者可以更加透彻地理解少林文化，并感知几代少林僧人为传承少林文化所做的不懈努力。

外国人选购中国刺绣的实用指南，图文并茂，方便携带，实用性强。 How to Select series give you all the information you need to choose and buy jade, embroidery, tea, souvenirs, calligraphy and paintings in China with confidence. One in a series of three titles, it explains clearly and simply what to look for, where and how to shop in China, and questions you should ask. Great tips, price guides and cautionary advice ensure that you get the best value for your money.

外国人选购中国礼品的实用指南，图文并茂，方便携带，实用性强。 How to Select series give you all the information you need to choose and buy jade, embroidery, tea, souvenirs, calligraphy and paintings in China with confidence. One in a series of three titles, it explains clearly and simply what to look for, where and how to shop in China, and questions you should ask. Great tips, price guides and cautionary advice ensure that you get the best value for your money.

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了解中国的历程，不仅仅是仰视她呈现出的大国风范， 重要的还是在点滴生活中去体味她散发的内在魅力。只有生活中的亲密接触，才能让你真切地去感受和理解中国和中国人。 博大精深的饮食文化、崇尚自然的茶道精神、源远流长的美酒佳酿，传承千年，折射出中国人真挚热烈的情感和平和从容的气质。中国人茶余饭后的休闲娱乐 是千姿百态，而跟随天意去呵护身心，蕴含着中国人颐养天年的真谛。 此刻，中国的美食准备挑战你的味觉神经，佳茗和美酒带你回到梦中的东方，千年积淀的智慧游艺即将唤醒你沉睡的心灵，而华夏的养生之道正在为你开启关爱身体的哲学之门。这一段活色生香的中国生活之旅，等待着你来尽情地领略。

中国具有悠久而辉煌的历史：三千年没有间断的、有文献记录的历史，五千年有确切、清晰的口头传说的历史，七千年有考古发掘证实的历史，五十万年有实物证实的人类发展过程重要阶段的历史。中国的历史文化和壮丽的中华河山结合在一起，构成泱泱中华无穷魅力亦即软实力的重要组成部分。《历史之旅(德文版)》要带领对中国历史文化有兴趣的读者们去进行一次历史之旅，亲临那些中国历史发生地或相关地，观看甚至触摸那些历史的遗存，倾听岁月留下的遗响，去感知某个历史人物的气息，去感受和认识中国历史的辉煌。

该书由101个故事构成，每个故事都是作者、作者的家庭以及朋友亲身经历的事情。读来让人觉得诙谐幽默的同时也让读者明白在和中国人打交道的时候，什么该做、什么不可以做。有些故事介绍中国的礼节、传授如何购物、如何讨价还价等等；有些故事会指导读者如何避免尴尬和难堪；还有些故事解释了一些在外国人看来难以理解、甚至似乎让人“讨厌”的中国人的举止。此外，作者会在每个故事后面加上评论，向读者说明中国人为什么会这么做，以及在这种情况下外国人 明智的反应。 In 101 Stories for foreigners to Understand Chinese People,Yi and Bryan Ellis tell stories about their experiences living in China to introduce elements of Chinese culture,etiquette and interpersonal interaction. When they moved from New York City to Shanghai three years ago, they read several guide books and thought they were prepared. But dozens of small yet signifi

本书描绘蝴蝶、蝙蝠、青蛙，金鱼、鹤、鹿、老虎、龙、凤等动物在春日奔跑，表现出蛱蝶寻芳、福寿双全、蝉联益寿、金玉满堂、鹤鹿同春、四世同堂、龙凤呈祥一系列中国吉祥寓意。在中国故事中很多动物没有翅膀也能飞翔，想象力是无形的翅膀，这是一种独特的东方浪漫。

Traditional images of the lion are iconic cultural symbols of China. The lion is believed to be one of the most auspicious animals in Chinese folk culture. Images of the creature gradually gained popularity throughout the country as they spread from religious venues to people's homes. With their distinctive national character and regional features, rugged appearance and excellent craftsmanship, Chinese stone lions are favorites of the Chinese people.This book focuses on the development of stone lion carving, the evolution of its designs, the folk culture the creatures exemplify, the principles for stone lion carving, and the various styles and uses of stone lions. On these pages are more than 300 photographs of the carved beasts from nearly 20 regions in China.