Описание: Between 839 and 1403 CE, there was a six-century lapse in diplomatic relations between present-day China and Japan. This hiatus in what is known as the tribute system has led to an assumption that there was little contact between the two countries in this period. Yiwen Li debunks this assumption, arguing instead that a vibrant Sino-Japanese trade network flourished in this period as Buddhist monks and merchants fostered connections across maritime East Asia. Based on a close examination of sources in multiple languages, including poems and letters, transmitted images and objects, and archaeological discoveries, Li presents a vivid and dynamic picture of the East Asian maritime world. She shows how this Buddhist trade network operated outside of the framework of the tribute system and, through novel interpretations of Buddhist records, provides a new understanding of the relationship between Buddhism and commerce.
Описание: When Anna`s brother Ben is born, the doctors say that he is profoundly disabled and will never live a normal life. Her family struggles to come to terms with their strange baby, but for Anna it`s love at first sight. Her special relationship with Ben gives her the strength to challenge the prejudices of her friends, but how will she cope with the tragedy that follows? A novel of exceptional power which deals powerfully with disability and bereavement, with an unforgettably endearing teenage heroine.
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