The Story Of The Five Elements (1911)

By Edward William Edmunds

Book Overview

The Story of the Five Elements, written by Edward William Edmunds and originally published in 1911, is a comprehensive exploration of the five elements in Chinese philosophy and cosmology. The book delves into the history and mythology behind each element - wood, fire, earth, metal, and water - and examines their roles in Chinese medicine, astrology, and feng shui. The author also explores the symbolic meanings and associations of each element, as well as their practical applications in daily life. The Story of the Five Elements is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Chinese culture, philosophy, or spirituality.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: 1164178180
• ISBN13: 9781164178187
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"