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Much has been written on how temples are constructed or reconstructed for reviving local religious and communal life or for recycling tradition after the market reforms in China. The dynamics between the state and society that lie behind the revival of temples and religious practices initiated by the locals have been well-analysed. However, there is a gap in the literature when it comes to understanding religious revivals that were instead led by local governments.

This book examines the revival of worship of the Chinese Deity Huang Daxian and the building of many new temples to the...

Hong Kong Connections brings leading film scholars together to explore the circulation of Hong Kong cinema in Japan, Korea, India, Australia, France, and the United States, as well as its...

The autobiography of a much-loved rescue cat, presented as if he might have written it himself, as a lasting tribute to a much-loved pet who enjoyed 18 happy years as the special friend of Chris and Ann Dunn in a small Gloucestershire village. Reputedly part Turkish Van cat, this handsome creature was the perfect companion, though always on his own terms, whether scaling next door's greenhouse, camping out with a feline friend in improvised hammocks in the conservatory, or just enjoying his favourite snack of prawns. Chan's adventures are now captured to cherish by all who knew him - and...

Actionreich und fantasygewaltig: der Webtoon-Erfolg aus den USA - mit Extra in 1. Auflage (solange der Vorrat reicht)!

An der Wellston-Oberschule verfügt die Schulelite über unvorstellbare Kräfte und Fähigkeiten. Um seine Schulzeit unbeschadet zu überstehen, zieht John es vor, unter dem Radar zu bleiben. Und so schenkt anfangs niemand ihm, dem ganz gewöhnlichen Teenager, groß Aufmerksamkeit. Allerdings hat John eine geheime Vergangenheit, welche die gesamte soziale Ordnung der Schule zu Fall zu bringen droht. Und bald ist auch er nicht mehr sicher vor Verrat...

This book presents up-to-date information on promising indications for ultrasound in contemporary periodontics and implant therapy with the aim of assisting researchers and dental practitioners to use this novel imaging modality to advance research and patient care. Readers will find clear guidance on the application of ultrasound for evaluation of periodontal and peri-implant tissues. The mechanism of ultrasound imaging is explained in detail and compared to other imaging modalities. Furthermore, the role of ultrasound in the planning and execution of implant surgery and the assessment of...