Louis Scheyven / K'o Shuang-sho - Devins et dragons - 1949

Fascinating edition of this not-for-sale copy of a book devoted to the popular traditions, beliefs and customs of ancient China -

Belgian diplomat who had stayed in China, Louis Scheyven draws on his knowledge of the country to offer a collection of exotic impressions, folkloric tales and anecdotes that invite the reader to discover a civilization rich in symbols, ancestral practices and traditions handed down through generations -

The work takes the reader into the Chinese cities of old, notably Nanking, Shanghai and Beijing, whose streets, habits and traditions form the backdrop of a world at once fascinating and mysterious for the Western public of the time -

Louis Scheyven / K'o Shuang-sho - Diviners and Dragons - 1949 - Editions Terre Latines -
114 Pages.

Good binding condition, book in uncut leaves in its full original dust-jacket, under its original slipcase and case, light wear from use, edges somewhat worn, spine smooth titled in red -

Very good internal condition, colour title, not-for-sale copy, beautiful vignette on the title page, work enriched with beautiful colour engravings off-text including a frontispiece, clean text, fresh interior -

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