"Chin-Chin; Or, The Chinaman at Home" by Ki-tong Tcheng is a book that explores the world of Chinese customs during the late 1800s. The book dives into Chinese social and cultural habits, especially those related to fun times and celebrations. The aim is to show what life is like for Chinese people through someone who knows it well. Early on, the book compares house designs from different times and describes the usual setup of a Chinese home. The book reflects on the cultural meaning packed into Chinese social structures with details about the everyday comforts and looks of home life. The descriptions of the physical home and the relationships inside of it get things ready for a wider look at Chinese festivals and public celebrations later on, highlighting the grace and simplicity in Chinese enjoyment.
Chin-Chin; Or, The Chinaman at Home
By Ki-tong Tcheng
Discover a world of vibrant traditions and ancient customs as this narrative unfolds the hidden joys of Chinese life and celebrations.
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About the AuthorChen Jitong, courtesy name Jingru (ζ¬ε¦), also known as Tcheng Ki-tong, was a Chinese diplomat, general, scholar, and shipbuilder during the late Qing dynasty. Chen was born in Houguan, now in present-day Minhou, Fuzhou. In 1869 he started to study the French language at the school attached to the Fuzhou shipyard. In 1875 Shen Baozhen sent thirty Chinese students, from the training school attached to the Foochow Arsenal to study shipbuilding and navigation in Europe. In 1876, Chen Jitong was selected to go to Europe and he wrote a book on his impressions after his return to China the following year. He subsequently served on a number of important positions in the Qing foreign service. While serving as a diplomat in France, he wrote several famous works in French, becoming the first Francophone Chinese author.
Chen Jitong, courtesy name Jingru (ζ¬ε¦), also known as Tcheng Ki-tong, was a Chinese diplomat, general, scholar, and shipbuilder during the late Qing dynasty. Chen was born in Houguan, now in present-day Minhou, Fuzhou. In 1869 he started to study the French language at the school attached to the Fuzhou shipyard. In 1875 Shen Baozhen sent thirty Chinese students, from the training school attached to the Foochow Arsenal to study shipbuilding and navigation in Europe. In 1876, Chen Jitong was selected to go to Europe and he wrote a book on his impressions after his return to China the following year. He subsequently served on a number of important positions in the Qing foreign service. While serving as a diplomat in France, he wrote several famous works in French, becoming the first Francophone Chinese author.
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