Treasures of Ancient Pagodas
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Summary
Editor's review
Who it's for
A good fit for
- Enthusiasts with a strong interest in ancient Chinese architectural art
- Professionals engaged in history, archaeology, and cultural heritage preservation
- Travelers planning in-depth cultural trips who wish to prepare thoroughly in advance
- Students in architecture and design at art academies seeking inspiration and reference materials
Not a good fit for
- Readers seeking light, entertaining reading material
- Collectors of pure photo albums looking for large quantities of high-definition color photography
Reading tips
- Reading in chapter order is recommended to build a systematic understanding of pagoda types and historical periods
- Specific pagodas mentioned in the book can be marked on a map to plan future visits
- While reading, pay attention to comparisons of form, materials, and decoration among pagodas from different regions to appreciate cultural fusion and regional characteristics
About the publisher
Founded in 1982, Modern Press is a Chinese publisher that serves general readers across a diverse range of subjects. Judging from its catalog, its publishing focuses on classical poetry, Eastern philosophy, psychological research and application, popular science, and modern poetry, along with history, biography, and children's books. The Book of Songs, the illustrated vernacular edition of the Classic of Mountains and Seas, The Complete Poems of Dai Wangshu, and Buddhism in the Vegetable Roots reflect efforts to make traditional culture and poetry accessible; works by Carl Gustav Jung such as The Development of Personality and Understanding Your Psychological Type, together with titles from the Ivy International Education Alliance, show sustained attention to psychology and educational reading; and Stephen Hawking's works and the illustrated two-volume Brief History of Everything and A Brief History of Time indicate a commitment to popular science. Its authors include figures such as Qu Wanli, Xu Ke, Dai Wangshu, and Jung, and its publishing emphasizes retelling classics and accessible, illustrated presentation. Because public information is limited, this summary is based only on the titles in our catalog.
Contents
- 版权信息
- 前言
- 大雁塔
- 玄奘奏请唐太宗建大雁塔
- 七层宝塔与佛祖舍利
- 千年宝塔的地宫之谜
- 雁塔题名历载文化底蕴
- 玄奘对佛教的深远影响
- 雷峰塔
- 吴越国王钱俶兴建黄妃塔
- 白素贞被法海压在雷峰塔下
- 雷峰塔被倭寇焚烧后倒塌
- 千年雷峰塔重现往日辉煌
- 虎丘塔
- 夫差在旧塔遗址建立虎丘塔
- 隋唐时期古塔的修缮和增建
- 历经沧桑的古塔数度重建
- 坐拥虎丘九宜的拥翠山庄
- 千年古塔谜题的初步破解
- 嵩岳寺塔
- 由王宫改建成的古老寺塔
- 嵩岳寺塔仅存的诗文和碑刻
- 海宝塔
- 用青砖砌筑的十二角塔
- 海宝塔寺及海宝塔的传说
- 北海白塔
- 建于琼华岛顶峰的藏传佛塔
- 参天古木见证白塔的兴衰
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About the author
Zhang Entai is a Chinese author with a notably wide range of subjects. Public information about him is limited, and his biographical details remain unclear. The library holds thirty-two of his works, spanning categories such as travel, inspirational growth, culture, biography, and essays. Books such as The Treasures of Ancient Pagodas show his interest in historic architecture and traditional cultural relics, while Di Zi Gui (Recitation Edition) and The Origins of Life: Birth, Zodiac and Birthday Customs indicate his engagement with classical primers and folk culture. Biographical works such as The Biography of Emperor Shizong of the Qing and Wang Yongqing show that he also writes about historical and business figures. Inspirational titles such as Have a Brave Heart and essay collections such as Scenery at the Forefront reflect an approach that combines popular knowledge with personal encouragement. Overall, Zhang Entai writes for general readers, emphasizing the transmission of cultural knowledge and reflections on life in a plain, accessible style.
