Memoirs and observations topographical, physical, mathematical, mechanical, natural, civil, and ecclesiastical. Made in a late journey through the Empire of China, and published in several letters. Particularly upon the Chinese pottery and varnishing; the silk and other manufactures; the pearl fishing; the history of plants and animals. Description of their cities and publick works; number of people, their language, manners and commerce; their habits, oeconomy, and government. The philosophy of Confucius. The state of Christianity, with many other curious and useful remarks.
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Format: | Llibre |
Idioma: | English |
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London,
B. Tooke
1697.
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Descripció física: | 12, 527 p. illus., 3 pl. (part fold.) 20 cm. |
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