Chinese Researches: First Part, Chinese Chronology And Cycles

By D. Richard Thomas and Thomas Fergusson

Book Overview

""Chinese Researches: First Part, Chinese Chronology And Cycles"" is a book written by Thomas Fergusson. This book is a comprehensive study of Chinese chronology and cycles, and it provides a detailed analysis of the Chinese calendar system. The author explores the history of Chinese chronology, including the development of the lunar calendar and the solar calendar. He also discusses the different cycles used in Chinese astrology, such as the 12-year cycle of animals and the 60-year cycle of stems and branches. The book includes a wealth of information on Chinese astronomy, including the movement of the stars and planets, and the use of astronomical observations in Chinese culture. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in Chinese history, culture, and astrology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163609013
• ISBN13: 9781163609019
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 282 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"