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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book details the experiences of Father Ripa, an 18th-century missionary sent by the Pope to join the Chinese court in Beijing. The author uses Ripa's extensive personal writings to provide a first-hand account of the journey, the challenges of Chinese court life, and the priest's struggle to reconcile his faith with the complexities of a world vastly different from his own. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period in Chinese and European history, providing profound insights into the clash of cultures and the nature of belief in the face of foreign customs. A compelling blend of adventure, cultural exploration, and religious reflection. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282044336_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282044336
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282044336
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)