Peking
Susan Naquin
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at 250 WPM14h 10m
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Peking
by Susan Naquin
Published
2001
Publisher
University of California Press
Pages
850
ISBN-13
9780520923454
Description
"This study shows how modern Beijing's glittering image as China's great and ancient capital came into being and reveals the shifting identities of a much more complex past, one whose rich social and cultural history Naquin splendidly evokes. Temples, by providing a place where diverse groups could gather without the imprimatur of family or state, made possible a surprising assortment of community-building and identity-defining activities. By revealing how religious establishments of all kinds were used for fairs, markets, charity, tourism, politics, and leisured sociability, Naquin shows their decisive impact on Peking and, at the same time, illuminates their little-appreciated role in Chinese cities generally. Lacking most of the conventional sources for urban history, she has relied particularly on a trove of commemorative inscriptions that expressed ideas about the relationship between human beings and gods, about community service and public responsibility, about remembering and being remembered. The result is a book that will be essential reading in the field of Chinese studies for years to come."--BOOK JACKET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Peking?
This edition of Peking has approximately 850 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Peking?
For most readers, Peking typically takes between 17h 43m and 11h 48m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 212,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 14h 10m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 29 days • Estimated word count: 212,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Peking?
The estimated word count for Peking is approximately 212,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Peking?
Peking was written by Susan Naquin.
When was Peking published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2001. The original work may have been published on a different date.