like to share with you all. Big Leung Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a great treasure of Chinas ancient history and culture. Written for health professionals, researchers, social scientists and educators, this book elaborates a view that TCM is embodied in diverse and complex human dimensions and meanings in Chinese culture - Encircling Cultural Meaning - including the TCM concept Qi, the holistic approach, which embodies culture in medicine. The book identifies intricate human dimensions of TCM in: the life stages of youth, adulthood and old age, as family connections, as identity, as balancing / harmonising life, as complementary and knowledge transmission roles. In particular, TCM is seen through the lens of leadership as refining human relationships, as self, as moral practice, as good management practice, and as embracing the cultural environment.  (less)

herbs and herb combinations. Readers will learn how to treat common aliments with Chinese herbs and how to use herbs to achieve an overall balanced state of health and well-being. Included are: • the basic theories and ideas behind Chinese herbal medicine • Chinese herbal formulas for general disorders and chronic conditions • an alphabetized list of illnesses that can be treated with Chinese herbs • a glossary of common terms • and a list of reputable herb suppliers.  (less)

per country ensures thorough coverage of all the important aspects. It also allows more students to work on different projects at the same time. Covering more than basic history and geography, students will be fascinated to learn about: -- the land... geography, agriculture, transportation, history, industry, and glorious wonders-- the people... unique customs, customs we share, problems faced by minority groups and women-- the culture... modern festivals, ancient processions, food, games, and moreSpectacular new photographs fill this new edition of China the culture. Children will love learning about the ancient traditions and modern pastimes of China's 4000-year-old civilization.Other topics include: -- Chinese inventions-- performing arts-- the various styles of Chinese cooking-- the Chinese horoscope-- traditional and modern medicine-- festivals, games, and activities  (less)