{"product_id":"sights-and-scenes-of-suzhou","title":"Sights and Scenes of Suzhou","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fascinating vintage paperback guide to Suzhou, China, published in 1983 by China Books \u0026amp; Periodicals, Incorporated. This comprehensive volume delves into the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of Suzhou, often referred to as the \"Paradise on Earth.\" The book is profusely illustrated throughout with black and white photographs and reproductions of art, providing vivid glimpses into the city's unique charm.\n\nThe detailed contents include:\n\n*   **General Description**\n*   **History and Scenic Spots:** Hu Qiu (Tiger Hill), Ling Yan Shan (Miraculous Rock Hill), Tian Ping Shan (Sky Level Hill), Hanshan Si (Cold Mountain Monastery), Xi Yuan (Western Garden), Ancient Architecture in Suzhou\n*   **The Art of Garden Construction:** Cang Lang Ting (Blue-Waves Pavilion), Shi Zi Lin (Lion Grove), Zhuo Zheng Yuan (Garden of Inept Administration, or Humble Administrator's Garden), Liu Yuan (Linger-Here Garden), Wang Shi Yuan (Garden of the Fisherman), Xi Yuan (Garden of Joy)\n*   **Appendix I: Suzhou's Folk Legends and Ancient and Modern Culture:** Stone Carvings of the Song Dynasty, The \"Four Great Painters\" of the Ming Dynasty and the Wumen School of Painting, Woodblock New Year Pictures of Taohuawu, Suzhou Pingtan and Kunqu, Sukun Opera\n*   **Appendix II: Origin of the Name \"Paradise on Earth\" and Suzhou Handicrafts**\n*   **Appendix III: Tourism in Suzhou**\n*   **Appendix IV: Miniature Landscapes of Suzhou**\n\nCondition: The book is in Good condition. The paperback binding is firm, and the pages are clean and well-preserved, showing only minor signs of age and handling commensurate with a vintage paperback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e China Books \u0026amp; Periodicals, Incorporated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e China Books \u0026amp; Periodicals, Incorporated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e 1983\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBinding:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780835112628\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"China Books \u0026 Periodicals, Incorporated","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52681473032475,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/6269\/1355\/files\/photo_20260125_173411_799731_947_9780835112628_Sights_and_Scenes_of_Suzhou_20260125_173256.jpg?v=1785124135","url":"https:\/\/wombatsbooknook.com.au\/products\/sights-and-scenes-of-suzhou","provider":"Wombats Book Nook","version":"1.0","type":"link"}