Beverley Jackson

A Lifelong Passion: P. J. Veth (1814-1895) and the Dutch East Indies

Beverley Jackson

ISBN:9789067182645

With his great knowledge of the Dutch Indiesalthough he never went there himselfP. J. Veth played an influential role in the shaping of Dutch identity...more details
Format:Paperback  Pages:372

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Kingfisher Blue (Book)

Beverley Jackson

ISBN:9781580082617

Many cultures around the world have used bird feathers as decorative accessories to denote status, wealth and even royalty. Nowhere did this unusual art form reach greater popularity than in China...more details
Format:Hardback  

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Ladder to the Clouds (Book)

Beverley Jackson

ISBN:9781580080200

NOW IN PAPERBACK!For 13 centuries, throughout China male recruits studied diligently for a long series of grueling examinations in hopes of achieving the civil rank that would enable them to serve the emperor of China. For the fortunate few who passed these exams there were nine possible ranks...more details
Format:Paperback  Pages:320

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Ladder to the Clouds (Book)

Beverley Jackson

ISBN:9781580081276

In this fascinating exploration of the Chinese tradition of rank badges, authors Jackson and Hugus explicate the customs and symbology behind the embroidered patches that have captivated scholars and collectors for centuries....more details
Format:Hardcover  Pages:320

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SHANGHAI GIRL GETS ALL DRESSED UP (Book)

Beverley Jackson

ISBN:9781580083676

It was within the sensual, cinematic setting of 1930s Shanghai that traditional Chinese fashion changed forever. Beverley Jackson explores the city that fostered radical cultural and social change and the daring and fashionable women - including actresses...more details
Format:Paperback  Pages:152

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Splendid Slippers (Book)

Beverley Jackson

ISBN:9780898159578

For over 1000 years, bound feet were a major sexual fetish for high-born Chinese men. Han women tottered through life on four-inch long Lotus Feet showcased in exquisitely embroidered...more details
Format:Paperback  Pages:192

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Splendid Slippers: A Thousand Years of an Erotic Tradition (Book)

Beverley Jackson

ISBN:9781580082563

An extraordinary exploration of footbinding that encompasses Chinese art and mythology, social and political history, and truly exotic eroticism. The author's vast collection of historical and contemporary photographs...more details
Format:Hardcover  Pages:183

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The Beautiful Lady Was a Palace Eunuch (Book)

MS Beverley J Jackson

ISBN:9781456511487

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Format:Paperback  Pages:172

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