China's Silent Army is a revealing & gripping piece of investigative journalism into the unknown extent of China's global power from China-based reporters Juan Pablo Cardenal & Heriberto Araujo. This book stems from the remarkable determined work of these two China-based journalists who frustrated by the facile pro-business commentary of so much writing on China & the evasions of Beijing's official pronouncements took a drastic decision: to see for themselves just how rapidly China is spreading its influence around the world. Many thousands of miles & twenty-five countries later China's Silent Army is the result: an unprecedented attempt to meet the many Chinese who through hard work ingenuity & ruthless business practices are rapidly moving much of the world into Beijing's orbit. From Peruvian mines to Siberian forests from Sudanese dams to Burmese jade mines
- everywhere China's 'silent army' is working to redirect enormous resources. China's Silent Army allows the reader to come face-to-face with extraordinary individuals working on China's behalf often in truly terrible conditions to create what amounts to a new informal empire. Reviews: Powerful.. .brilliant... The book cuts to the political core". (Michael Sheridan Sunday Times). " Lively & humane.. .[ China's Silent Army] offers essential information for all who wish to learn how the global reach of China Inc is transforming the lives of everyone on this planet". (Frank Dikotter Literary Review). " Excellent macro-economic insights.. .but ultimately the human stories are what make it so compelling.. . It ought to be required reading". (Prospect). "[ Cardenal & Araujo's] research is prodigious & the facts they unearth startling.. .the Chinese should reflect on the questions the book raises. To put it mildly there appears to be a case to answer". (Evening Standard). About the authors: Juan Pablo Cardenal has been reporting from & about China & the Asia-Pacific region since 2003 first as the Shanghai correspondent for Spain's daily El Mundo & later in Singapore & Beijing for Spain's leading economic daily El Economista. Heriberto Araujo arrived to Beijing in early 2007 & has focused in social & economic issues related to China & Asia. He initially worked for the AFP agency as the Spanish correspondent in Beijing & then started his career as a freelance working for several French (M6 France 24 RFI) & Spanish (Notimex Capital) media. They have jointly published related articles in Foreign Policy El Pais The South China Morning Post Radio France International (RFI) & in leading Japanese weekly Shukan Bunshun."
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The Chinaman understood death. Jungle-skilled silent & lethal he had killed for the Viet Cong & then for the Americans. He had watched helpless when his two eldest daughters had been raped & killed by Thai pirates. Now all that was behind him. Quiet hard-working & unassuming he was building up his South London take-away business. Until the day his wife & youngest daughter were destroyed by an IRA bomb in a Knightsbridge department store. Then simply but persistently he began to ask the authorities who were the men responsible what was being done. & was turned away fobbed off treated as a nuisance. Which was when the Chinaman denied justice decided on revenge. & went back to war. ...

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This new edition of Chinese: An Essential Grammar is an up-to-date & concise reference guide to modern Chinese grammar. Jargon free it presents an accessible description of the language focusing on the real patterns of use today. This Grammar aims to serve as a reference source for the learner & user of Chinese irrespective of level setting out the complexities of the language in short readable sections. It is ideal either for independent study or for students in schools colleges universities & adult classes of all types. Features include: a new chapter on paragraph development Chinese characters as well as the pinyin romanization alongside all examples literal & colloquial translations in English to illustrate language points detailed contents list & index for easy access to information a glossary of grammatical terms. ...

Simple knotted necklaces look elegant & stylish when combined with beautiful ceramic metal or wooden beads. Choose from Chinese Celtic or Fancy knots to theme your jewellery or combine more than one style for a modern twist. All of the knots & techniques are explained with clear step-by-step photographs accompanying diagrams & helpful advice so you need no special equipment or skills to produce these gorgeous knotted bracelets necklaces & decorations. Previously published as Chinese Knots for Beaded Jewellery 9780855329686; Celtic Knots for Beaded Jewellery 9781844480548; Ornamental Knots for Beaded Jewellery 9781844482481 ...

A complete guide to painting animals in the Chinese non-outline style of brush painting a popular subject in a successful series by the same author. With full instructions on materials & equipment as well as basic techniques the book contains stunning illustrations of 50 animals including cats pandas birds horses elephants tigers & gorillas. Many of the illustrations have full step-by-step instructions. The author covers most of the existing popular styles of Chinese non-outline animal painting from the simple outline sketch approach to more advanced expressive styles. For animal painting Chinese masters use basic brushstrokes to build up more advanced & stunning effects. The author guides her readers to think like masters. They will go through an exciting journey starting as beginners using only basic techniques to develop gradually more complex skills. Every step is clearly explained with easy-to-follow instructions accompanied by inspiring illustrations. ...

At a time when interest in China has never been greater this revised edition of Mary Tregears survey of the Chinese visual arts should be welcomed by art lovers students & travellers alike. Generously illustrated & readable it covers not only bronzes jades calligraphy & painting but also Buddhist sculpture ceramics textiles jewelry lacquer garden design & architecture. For the revised edition all Chinese names places & terms have been romanized to current international usage. Throughout information has been updated in view of recent finds & the book contains new illustrations a revised introduction & a new final chapter on 20th-century art. A chronology of Chinese historical periods is included together with six maps. ...

A fascinating introduction to the signs of the Chinese zodiac now completely redesigned in full colour. Along with Eastern philosophies Chinese astrology has recently become popular in the West. Despite being complex in its analysis it is easy for the novice to access as all you need is your date of birth. Collins Gem Chinese Astrology describes the 12 animal symbols & interprets their meanings in a clear & entertaining fashion. Each animal sign features the following information: The lunar years ruled by that animal The positive & negative aspects of the animal sign The characteristics of the male female & child animal The animal at home & work its preferences & compatibility with the other Chinese signs The animal in love its health leisure interests & the links between its sign & those of Western astrology ...

Chinese brush painting uses a minimum of strokes to describe the essence of a subject & capture its rhythm & beauty. This book contains more than 200 exquisite motifs to recreate from pretty flowers & butterflies to wildlife & scenery. Each motif

Includes:: an explanation of its symbolic meaning a palette of colours & step-by-step instructions in the order direction & type of brushstrokes. An introductory section explains all tools techniques & materials from choosing ink & paper to achieving the perfect colour & consistency of paint. The book is also packed with advice on composing & combining images to create perfectly balanced harmonious paintings & ideas for using & displaying your finished art.

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Now available in paperback this sumptuously illustrated book is the definitive guide to the provenance technique history & ancient traditions of Chinese ceramics. This book is an indispensable resource for all collectors connoisseurs & students of Chinese ceramics as well as anyone with an interest in Asias cultural heritage. ...