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chinese calligraphy
chinese calligraphy with its artistic as well as utilitarian values has been treasured for its formal beauty for more than three millennia . this lavishly illustrated book brings to english language readers for the first time a full account of calligraphy in china including its history theory and importance in chinese culture . representing an unprecedented collaboration among leading chinese and western specialists the book provides a definitive and up to date overview of the visual art form most revered in china . the book begins with the premise that the history of chinese script writing represents the core development of the history of chinese culture and civilization . tracing the development of calligraphic criticism from the second century to the twenty first the fourteen contributors to the volume offer a well balanced and readable account of this tradition . with more than 600 illustrations including examples of extremely rare chinese calligraphy from all over the world and an informative prologue by wen c. fong this book will make a welcome addition to the library of every western reader interested in china and its premiere art form .