Bøger om East Asia and Far East

”Stormen sled i ham, og han følte dens bid helt ind til marven. Det stod ham klart, at hvis man ikke fik land i sigte inden for de næste tre døgn, ville ingen ombord redde livet. Alt for mange var døde på denne rejse, tænkte han. Jeg er chef for en død flåde: ét skib tilbage af fem, på dette skib kun otteogtyve mand af en besætning på et hundrede og syv, og kun ti kan gå, resten, deriblandt generalkaptajnen, er døden nær. Ingen proviant, næsten ingen vand, og det, der er, er ildelugtende og -smagende.”Englænderen John Hawthorne redder sit skib og den sidste rest af besætningen i sikkerhed på Japans kyst. Året er 1600, og det er de færreste europæere, der overhovedet kender til landets eksistens. Her møder der ham et samfund, der er langt mere barsk og hierarkisk end det europæiske. Kulturen står på alle måder i skarp kontrast til den, han er vant til, men han har intet andet valg end at forsøge at navigere i den fremmede verden, for japanerne har besluttet, at han skal lære dem europæiske skikke og normer. Mens Hawthorne forsøger at begå sig i de højeste samfundslag, holdes hans besætning som gidsler, og det gør japanernes greb om ham endnu strammere.”Shōgun” er en historisk thriller fra det syttende århundredes Japan. Bogen er første del i James Clavells legendariske bøger om det gamle Fjernøsten. Den er solgt i over 15 millioner eksemplarer over hele verden og er i 2024 blevet filmatiseret som miniserie på FX. James Clavell (1921-1994) var en australskfødt britisk forfatter, manuskriptforfatter og instruktør. Han var særligt kendt for sine populære, actionfyldte romaner, hvoraf mange udspillede sig i asiatiske kulturer.

Prepare to transform your life in 2024!Every year Human Design delivers a 365-day creative cycle that assists with releasing what no longer serves you and allows for a conscious increase of creative energy as you grow and evolve. This weekly guide is designed to give you a way to harness the Celestial energy supporting you in creating what you want in your life in 2023. Using weekly affirmations, writing assignments, and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) setup phrases, gain knowledge on:How the weekly Celestial weather influences your lifeHow to explore the theme of each of the 64 Human Design Gates as they activate each weekHow to work deliberately with the core human archetypes held in the energy code of each GateUnderstanding the message and lesson of the moon phases and eclipse events throughout the yearUsing creative processes to integrate the new awareness gained from each week's processesIt takes awareness and deliberate action to live the highest potential of your unique Human Design. Re-connect with the True Story of Who You Are and explore the power and possibility of your very special life each week in The 2023 Human Design Evolution Guide.

Ever since I was a young kid, I've been a die-hard Liverpool FC fan. The dream of witnessing a thrilling match at Anfield and catching a glimpse of the players in front of the Melwood training center had always lingered in my mind. After graduating from college, the pressures of the real world were looming. My friends were scrambling to secure their dream jobs, investing time and effort to climb the career ladder. Amidst this hustle and bustle, I made a daring decision: I was going to turn my dream into reality. I hopped on my trusty bicycle and embarked on an epic journey to Liverpool. It took me 235 days to finally arrive at Anfield. From the heart of China through the vast landscapes of Mongolia, Russia, Kazakhstan, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Czech Republic, Germany, the Netherlands, and, at last, England. I braved the scorching heat of the Gobi Desert, the desolation of Siberia, and even cycled through the European winter. A staggering 17,190 kilometers later, I had reached my dream destination, only to watch the home match in a humble Liverpool pub. While I may not have achieved the dual goal of seeing a game at Anfield and boosting my career, I've never regretted my decision. This journey fulfilled a lifelong desire and taught me lessons that no classroom ever could. This book brings you along for the ride, recounting the real-life adventures and experiences that shaped this unforgettable journey.

Træd ind i den fascinerende verden af kinesisk madlavning med forfatteren Mei Lin i hendes nyeste bog, "Kinesiske Smagsoplevelser: En Kinesisk Kogebog". Denne bog er din nøgle til at udforske den rige og mangfoldige verden af kinesisk gastronomi og lære at mestre de autentiske smagsoplevelser fra Kina.Mei Lin, en lidenskabelig kulinarisk opdagelsesrejsende og ekspert i kinesisk køkken, deler med glæde sin viden og kærlighed til de dybt forankrede madtraditioner fra Kina. "Kinesiske Smagsoplevelser" er mere end blot en samling opskrifter - det er din guide til at forstå og værdsætte den kulturelle og kulinariske mangfoldighed, der kendetegner Kina.Bogen giver dig mulighed for at udforske det kinesiske køkkens forunderlige verden, hvor smag, aromaer og teksturer går op i en højere enhed. Mei Lin fører dig igennem forskellige regionale køkkener i Kina og deler hendes passion for krydderier, friske råvarer og autentiske opskrifter.Deltag i Mei Lin på denne kulinariske ekspedition gennem Kina, og opdag, hvordan du kan bringe den autentiske kinesiske smag ind i dit eget køkken. "Kinesiske Smagsoplevelser" er din nøgle til at forstå, værdsætte og nyde de kulinariske skatte, som Kina har at byde på. Åbn denne bog og lad dig fordybe i den kinesiske madkultur med Mei Lin.

The most authentic preparation book for the TOPIK exam!This preparation book for the TOPIK test (Basic) of foreigners' Korean ability provides effective exam strategies and translations with friendly explanations that mimic learning in a classroom. Questions that have recently appeared on the TOPIK exam are presented and analyzed through methods of approach and study strategies for each question type. This useful tool offers various question types spread over ten simulated exams, allowing the user to thoroughly and effectively prepare for the TOPIK exam.

"Discover the captivating world of sashiko embroidery! Sashiko's geometric designs have made this established Japanese art form popular worldwide. In this eye-catching volume, embroidery artist Sashikonami shares a wealth of simple yet effective patterns that can be used to embellish projects of all kinds. Colourful Sashiko includes creative uses of coloured thread and fabric, along with traditional blue-and-white sashiko motifs. Inside you'll find 49 designs, featuring single-stitch and more complex motifs, and 67 different sashiko patterns. Whether you're new to embroidery or an experienced stitcher, this book will inspire you to add a vibrant sashiko touch to everything from clothing to home dâecor."--

"More than two decades after teaching English during the early part of China's economic boom, an experience chronicled in his book River Town, Peter Hessler returned to Sichuan province to instruct students from the next generation. At the same time, Hessler and his wife enrolled their twin daughters in a local state-run elementary school, where they were the only Westerners. Over the years, Hessler had kept in close contact with many of the people he had taught in the 1990s. By reconnecting with these individuals-members of China's "Reform generation," now in their forties-while teaching current undergrads, Hessler gained a unique perspective on China's incredible transformation. In Peter Hessler's hands, China's education system is the perfect vehicle for examining the country's past, present, and future, and what we can learn from it, for good and ill"--

A thrilling crime classic, from the bestselling author of Tokyo ExpressTokyo, 1960. As the first rays of morning light hit the rails at Kamata Station, a man's body is found on the tracks. With only two leads - a distinctive accent and a single word, 'kameda' - senior inspector Imanishi Eitaro is called in to solve the puzzle. Setting aside his beloved bonsai and haikus, he must cross Japan in search of answers, from Osaka to Akita, accompanied by junior detective Yoshimura. At each new town, they encounter traces of the avant-garde Nouveau Group - young Tokyo artists who are bringing new ideas from the West. What to make of this modern collective? And how to stop another mysterious death occurring? Inspector Imanishi investigates...A fascinating glimpse into Japanese society at a time of great change, this is one of Seicho Matsumoto's best-loved novels - a riveting mystery from the master of Japanese crime.

A revelatory and richly varied collection of Korea's greatest short storiesA Penguin ClassicThis eclectic, moving, and wonderfully enjoyable collection is the essential introduction to Korean literature. Journeying through Korea's dramatic twentieth century, from the Japanese occupation and colonial era to the devastating war between North and South and the rapid, disorienting urbanization of later decades, The Penguin Book of Korean Short Stories captures a hundred years of Korea's vibrant short-story tradition. Here are peddlers and donkeys traveling across moonlit fields; artists drinking and debating in the tea-houses of 1920s Seoul; soldiers fighting for survival; exiles from the war who can never go home again; and lonely men and women searching for connection in the dizzying modern city. The collection features stories by some of Korea's greatest writers, including Pak Wanso, O Chonghui, and Cho Chongnae, as well as many brilliant contemporary voices, such as P'yon Hyeyong, Han Yujoo, and Kim Aeran. Curated by Bruce Fulton, this is a volume that will surprise, unsettle, and delight.

"A captivating journey spanning five thousand years of Chinese culinary heritage, exploring the essence of each era through seven extraordinary meals. China in Seven Banquets takes readers on a gastronomic adventure into the history of China's constantly evolving and astonishingly diverse cuisine. From the opulent Eight Treasures feast of ancient times to the Tang dynasty's legendary 'Tail-Burning' banquet, and the extravagant 'complete Manchu-Han feast' of the Qing court, these iconic repasts offer glimpses into China's rich food history. Delving further, the book invites us to partake of lavish banquets immortalized in literature and film, a New Year's buffet from 1920s Shanghai, a modern delivery menu reflecting the hyperglobal present, and it even offers a peek at the tables of the not-so-distant future. Drawing upon his extensive gastronomic adventures across China, acclaimed historian Thomas David DuBois unravels its ever-changing landscape of culinary trends, revealing why flavors and customs evolved over time. DuBois also recreates dozens of traditional recipes using modern kitchen techniques. Whether indulging in fermented elk or savoring absinthe cocktails, readers embark on an unparalleled odyssey that redefines their perception of Chinese cuisine"--

A heartwarming and profound novel about the power of books and connection between generations, that is also a love letter to Japan and its literature.'Every book worm would love this.' Glamour'An emotionally engaging story ... there's something here for everyone.' The TimesFlo is sick of Tokyo.Suffering from a crisis in confidence, she is stuck in a rut, her translation work has dried up and she's in a relationship that's run its course.That's until she stumbles upon a mysterious book left by a fellow passenger on the Tokyo Subway.From the very first page, Flo is transformed and immediately feels compelled to translate this forgotten novel, a decision which sets her on a path that will change her life.As Flo follows the characters across a year in rural Japan, through the ups and downs of the pair's burgeoning relationship, she quickly realises that she needs to venture outside the pages of the book to track down its elusive author.And, as the two protagonists reveal themselves to have more in common with her life than first meets the eye, the lines between text and translator converge, and it soon becomes clear that Flo's journey is just beginning...-------------------------Praise for Four Seasons in Japan:'A gentle, tender and thoughtful book, exploring literature, love, human connection, Japanese culture and the disillusion of youth...crafted in such a way that you want to savour every chapter.' Culturefly'Four Seasons in Japan doubles as a love letter to Japanese culture, its landscape, and literature, exploring the comfort found in books and the (mis)understanding between generations.' Country & Town House'A poignant, quiet and affecting novel full of love as well as loss.' Observer

En moderne kinesisk roman om kunst, ensomhed og håb fuld af musik og mystik – og svampe.Den unge klaverlærer Song Yan opgav sin karriere som koncertpianist, da hun blev gift. Nu vil hendes mand også slukke hendes drøm om at få et barn. I lejlighedens ekstra værelse må Song Yan i stedet huse sin svigermor, der er flyttet til Beijing fra provinsen, og som bringer glemte familiehemmeligheder og en vis portion skepsis med sig. En dag dukker der en mystisk pakke op indeholdende nogle delikate og sjældne svampe. Da Song Yan modtager flere pakker og efter nogen tid også et brev fra afsenderen af svampene, begynder hendes verden at blive mere og mere surrealistisk. Brevet leder hende på sporet af Bai Yu, en engang verdensberømt pianist, der forsvandt på gådefuld vis ti år tidligere. Efterklang er en fortryllet roman, der vækker et på én gang moderne og magisk Beijing til live i portrættet af en ung kvinde og hendes søgen efter en ny begyndelse. ”En stemningsfuld udforskning af, hvad det betyder at leve livet fuldt ud.” — The New York Times “Overjordisk … Smukt metaforisk og indsigtsfuld.” — Booklist

Over 100 recipes for authentic Japanese food, along with Tokyo food-lovers' hotspots in an irresistible pocket format.

THE BEST-SELLING STREET FOOD GUIDE FOR VIETNAMWith Fat Noodle Vietnamese Street Food Dictionary, you can order up food like a local. The best food In Vietnam is always local street food with traditional secret family recipes of sublime enticing tastes. More than 600 street food dishes translated from Vietnamese into English.The only comprehensive book of Vietnamese street food translated into English. A must have street food guide for any foodie traveling to Vietnam who plans to eat like a local sitting on blue (or red) plastic chairs while home cooks turn aromatic food over charcoal grills, or ladle steaming aromatic broth over homemade noodles. Discover the fresh and extraordinary tastes of the world-famous street food culture of Vietnam.Designed for the traveller on the go. A superb new guidebook that makes the art of travel so much better. Experience local foods and support the locals as they cook up their treasured family recipes as you embark on a culinary adventure you'll remember for a lifetime. The Street Foodies dictionary guide for Vietnamese street food includes over 180 famous local street food addresses.

As geographically diverse as it is culturally rich, Japan holds prime place on most travellers' bucket lists. This fully updated Rough Guide will see you learn your ryokan from your capsule hotels, samurai legends from fallen emperors, the art of sake-making from traditional tea ceremonies.

|| THE NO.1 KOREAN BESTSELLER WITH OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD ||'These days I'm reading a book called DallerGut Dream Department Store and when they talk about the dream department store I can see it in my head. I imagine I'm shopping there as I read.' WONWOO, member of the K-Pop group Seventeen'The writer of this novel must be brilliant, because this world was so creative. You need to read this too!' YUGYEOM, member of the K-Pop group Got7FOYLES TRANSLATED BOOK OF THE MONTH NOVEMBER 2023In a mysterious town hidden in our collective subconscious there's a department store that sells dreams. Day and night, visitors both human and animal shuffle in to purchase their latest adventure. Each floor specializes in a specific type of dream: childhood memories, food dreams, ice skating, dreams of stardom. Flying dreams are almost always sold out. Some seek dreams of loved ones who have died.For Penny, an enthusiastic new hire, working at the store is the opportunity of a lifetime. As she uncovers the workings of this whimsical world, she bonds with a cast of unforgettable characters, including DallerGut, the flamboyant and wise owner, Babynap Rockabye, a famous dream designer, Maxim, a nightmare producer, and the many customers who dream to heal, dream to grow, and dream to flourish.A captivating story that will leave a lingering magical feeling in readers' minds, this is the first book in a bestselling duology for anyone exhausted from the reality of their daily life.READERS CAN'T GET ENOUGH:'What a ride! I DEVOURED this book in one sitting!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'There were so many more layers to this book. It's totally cute, but also clever [and] insightful!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I cannot wait to read the sequel, and I hope it is translated soon!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'It was wholesome, gentle and made me smile the whole time' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I absolutely adored this. It's the kind of book I could read over and over again' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

An authoritative classic on Hindu astrology, this book has been out of print for decades, and was originally published only in hardback. Now it will be published in paperback for the professional astrologer and for the general public alike. Analyzing various models for the origin, development, and functioning of yugas, manvantaras, karma, and Hindu astrology as a whole, this book raises questions also about the role of the supernatural and synchronicity. The epilogue includes the author's reflections on astrology as a whole, religion, and science.

Recent rising tensions between China and the West largely stem from a basic misunderstanding of China's approach to governance, argues Dr David Daokui Li, who has served as an advisor to senior Chinese Communist Party leaders as well as major multinational corporations and international economic institutions. In this urgently needed and fascinating book, Li uses personal stories and firsthand accounts to help Western readers gain a better understanding of the Chinese perspective. Li shows how China's approach to internal governance-often confusing to outsiders-is built on a historical and sociocultural bedrock thousands of years in the making. In demystifying contemporary Chinese society, Li helps readers reconceptualise contemporary China and the implications of its growth. He asserts that China's rise will be beneficial for the global order, holding out the hope that with shared understanding and mutual learning the Chinese and western systems will eventually find a way to peacefully co-exist.

Kawaii Doodle Café is the most adorable way to learn to draw your favorite foods, desserts, and drinks!

For præcis 100 år siden rejste tre unge danske landmænd til Japan for at opbygge mønsterlandbrug på øen Hokkaido. De var udvalgte og inviterede af Japans regering, der søgte viden om dansk landbrugsdrift, andelstanke og højskolebevægelse.Emil Fenger, Morten Larsen og Peder Søndergaard var de udvalgte, der drog afsted med deres familier for at drive disse mønsterfarme og være forbilleder for udviklingen af en mejeriorienteret lokal kvægdrift. Men pionerindsatsen påvirkede de unge landmænd og deres familier, og de ofte svære og omkostningsfulde erfaringer var på både menneskeligt og økonomisk plan store.De danske pionerer skabte et stykke japansk Skandinavien, og de var medvirkende til, at den nordligt liggende japanske ø i dag er et mejericentrum i Japan.Bogen er en nybygger- og udviklingshistorie om japansk interesse for dansk og skandinavisk landbrugskultur, og om unge danske landbrugspionerer i et meget fremmed land og deres personlige livshistorier.Asger Røjle Christensen (f. 1956) er en erfaren dansk journalist, forfatter og foredragsholder. Han har fulgt udviklingen i Japan og Østasien i mere end 35 år. Han har i alt boet i Tokyo i 13 år af sit liv, hvor han har arbejdet som korrespondent, reporter og analytiker for en række danske og skandinaviske nyhedsmedier, arrangeret studieture og fungeret som rejseleder. Asger Røjle Christensen er forfatter til en række bøger, heraf flere om Japan og japansk kultur.

Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of karate. This long awaited book - Karate: Its History and Practice - is the ultimate guide to the history and development of karate, co-authored by Koyama Masashi, Wada Koji, and Kadekaru Toru, three leading experts in the Naha and Shuri traditions of karate. Translated into English by Alexander Bennett, a highly respected budo practitioner and researcher, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and practice of karate.Karate finally made its debut at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and is gaining worldwide attention on many different levels: as a sport, a vehicle for education, and as a way of life. The release of this book could not be more timely, as it is the ultimate resource for karate practitioners and researchers around the world who have been eagerly waiting for a comprehensive guide to this martial art. Get your hands on this book and explore the fascinating world of karate like never before!

Active Korean, with 4-levels of Student Book and workbooks, is focused on Korean communication skills.Dialogues are based on everyday-life situations that are easily adapted our real life.Each unit is organized according to the flow of a real class environment, from Vocabulary, Key Dialogues, Conversation Drills, to Tasks & Activities, making it easy for learners to follow.Grammar Points and Grammar Reference help learners understand the usages of grammar points, which also make self-study possible.Vivid pictures and illustrations help learners understand the text and stimulate their interest.Audiofailes can be downloaded or accessed by QR-codes in the book.

The magic and mastery of anime springs to life in this gorgeous celebration of the genre A uniquely powerful form of artistic expression, anime has embraced complex and provocative ideas since its inception in the mid twentieth century. This dynamic and wide-ranging book explores eighty key themes of the genre, from wars to natural disasters, nature to ecology, childhood to magic, dystopias to fables. It looks at more than one hundred masterpieces of Japanese animation, including Akira, Ghost in the Shell, One Piece, Princess Mononoke, Grave of the Fireflies and Howl's Moving Castle, to show how practitioners consistently balance tradition with modernity and how anime's distinct style has influenced other forms of media such as video games, comic books and live-action films. Covering an enormous range of talent-from Isao Takahata, Katsuhiro O^tomo, and Makoto Shinkai to Studio Ghibli and Mamoru Oshii-it demonstrates how anime makes room for limitless creativity. Unfettered by the physical constraints of nature's laws, these artists realize our deepest emotions and our wildest dreams.

"Through the life of a remarkable woman--based on pioneering stage director Sun Weishi (1921-1968)--this epic novel immerses us in the multifaceted history of China's Communist Party. Sun Weishi was educated in Moscow and when she returned to China she produced the works of Chekov, Gogol, and other socially progressive dramas. However, when the cultural revolution began in 1966, she was persecuted, arrested, and eventually died in prison."--

"Nestled behind a leafy courtyard in San Francisco's Mission District, with the warm glow of lanterns illuminating well-worn wood counters, Rintaro is a beautiful escape; familiar and unexpected, bold and restrained. And its food is straightforwardly delicious: dashimaki tamago, juicy and piping hot, pork gyoza, each dumpling held together by a web of crispy batter, udon with hand-rolled noodles and a hot-spring egg, and a towering melon parfait with bright melon jellies that all but burst in your mouth. This is food that tastes both like Japan and California -- not fusion food -- but the food that you'd expect if the Bay Area were a region of Japan. Rintaro, the debut cookbook from this groundbreaking restaurant, translates the experience of a Tokyo izakaya to the home kitchen. Beautiful and idiosyncratic, Rintaro is both a master class in making homemade udon noodles, and plumbs the depths of true comfort in food, with recipes like its curry rice. With over 70 recipes showcasing inspiration and detailed instruction in equal measure, Rintaro is a book for anyone who loves Japanese food, from the curious novice to expats craving the tastes of home. It is a book that blends careful mastery with the pure delight of making the tastiest food, it encourages you to find the beauty in your own terroir and the heart in your own cooking." --