"An extraordinary exploration of footbinding that encompasses Chinese art and mythology, social and political history, and truly exotic eroticism. The author's vast collection of historical and contemporary photographs, plus 40 full-color ""portraits"" of her most prized slippers, creates a uniquely poignant and evocative panorama."
By:
Beverley Jackson Imprint: Ten Speed Press Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 276mm,
Width: 262mm,
Spine: 20mm
Weight: 1.089kg ISBN:9781580082563 ISBN 10: 1580082564 Pages: 192 Publication Date:01 July 2000 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active
BEVERLEY JACKSON is an esteemed art and cultural historian who specializes in Chinese art and costume. She tours and lectures on Asian art from her home in Santa Barbara, California.