Isbn: 9789888876907 - cross and dragon matteo ricci and china: a screenplay by edwin kong (16 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. In an epic historical story that talks directly to our times, Cross and Dragondramatizes the life of one of the most famous Western figures in China: Italian Jesuit Matteo Ricci. Sent by the Pope in the late 16th century to convert the Chinese Emperor, Ricci was faced with a mission impossible as China in the Ming Dynasty did not allow foreigners to enter the country.Initially, dressed like a Buddhist monk, he slipped into the country, where he impressed everyone he met with his secret weapons: remarkable memory techniques and the latest Western science.He stayed for 30 years. During this time, his journey took him from southern China and rural life to the mesmerizing city of Nanking and on to Peking, where he eventually had an office in the Forbidden City. Through his belief in cultural engagement rather than military confrontation, he opened new doors for East West understanding. Cross and Dragon dramatizes the life of Matteo Ricci, an Italian Jesuit sent by the Pope in the late 16th century to convert the Chinese Emperor. Disguised as a Buddhist monk, Ricci impressed many with his memory techniques and Western science, spending 30 years in China and fostering East-West understanding. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. In an epic historical story that talks directly to our times, Cross and Dragondramatizes the life of one of the most famous Western figures in China: Italian Jesuit Matteo Ricci. Sent by the Pope in the late 16th century to convert the Chinese Emperor, Ricci was faced with a mission impossible as China in the Ming Dynasty did not allow foreigners to enter the country.Initially, dressed like a Buddhist monk, he slipped into the country, where he impressed everyone he met with his secret weapons: remarkable memory techniques and the latest Western science.He stayed for 30 years. During this time, his journey took him from southern China and rural life to the mesmerizing city of Nanking and on to Peking, where he eventually had an office in the Forbidden City. Through his belief in cultural engagement rather than military confrontation, he opened new doors for East West understanding. Cross and Dragon dramatizes the life of Matteo Ricci, an Italian Jesuit sent by the Pope in the late 16th century to convert the Chinese Emperor. Disguised as a Buddhist monk, Ricci impressed many with his memory techniques and Western science, spending 30 years in China and fostering East-West understanding. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

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