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Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Wraps (PB) in near fine condition. Translations and after word by E. O. The xian scrolls, the poems of Cangjie with visions of Cangjie -- from the 17th Century. Signed by the by author of book's foreword. This book presents the first translations, into any language, of the poetry of Cangjie, historian in the court of China's Yellow Emperor who reigned, according to tradition, for a 100 years, from 2697 until 2597 BCE. Though Cangjie is a well-known figure in Chinese history, and legend, and though he was almost certainly a poet, neither history nor legend mentions his poetry. 82 pages. Hung Liu (illustrator).…

Soft cover. Zustand: Collectible, Fine. 1st Edition. SIGNED and INSCRIBED by author of book's foreword, John Briscoe, to the Honorable Kevin Ryan, judge in northern California. Octavo, softcover, fine in decorative pink and black french wraps. 84 pages of poetry by Cangjie. First printing. Translations and afterword by E. O. The xian scrolls, the poems of Cangjie with visions of Cangjie -- from the 17th Century. Inscribed by Author(s). …

Soft cover. Zustand: Very Good+. No Dust Jacket. Original blue wraps w/ gilt title on front cover. Binding lightly soiled; spine a bit sunned. Light wear to edges. Contents very nice.