Warriors and Wailers
One Hundred Ancient Chinese Jobs You Might Have Relished or Reviled
Book - 2012
Ever thought of becoming an emperor? How about a silk maker?
China was one of the most advanced societies in the ancient world. Whether in medicine, the arts, or education, the Chinese far outpaced the Europeans. Although most people were peasants, society included a myriad of other jobs.
It may sound like a great position, but being emperor had its downside. If you displeased the gods, you could be put to death. As a silk maker, you would be sworn to secrecy so foreigners wouldn't learn how to spin the precious thread. Other jobs included wailer (yes, you'll have to cry whether you want to or not), noodle maker (noodles were not only delicious, but also a symbol of long life), or Shaolin warrior monk (if you were really good, you could break stone slabs with your fists).
A fact-filled introduction, index, and timeline make this book--the sixth in the series--perfect for research projects, while the humorous illustrations keep it fun.
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Add a Commentnice book with many interesting things.
The book gives an exciting history of China
I like this book because is about the history of the Chinese, the gastronomy and a lot more.
If you like funny books that are informational at the same time, this is PERFECT!
I simply loved it. I dare anyone who reads this comment has to read the book also. Unless you already read Warriors and Wailers. I liked reading about the illegal jobs, but want a royal job. Trust me, i am not bad.
This book was extremely enjoyable. I gives an insight into ancient Chinese culture. Learning about my own background is important, and this book definitely gave me a starting point. It was very interesting to find many jobs that would be shunned from today's society. This book is a great read, and I would recommend it to anybody, especially teachers that are teaching Ancient Civilizations. (Like my old teacher)
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Its a very good book. It teaches you about the ways of ancient China.
lots of interesting facts like that you can marry ghosts in ancient china
The book Warriors and Wailers is a very interesting book that tells you of all of the Ancient Chinese jobs