Contents Briefing

The concept of Southern Area of the Yangtze River embodies Suzhou, Wuxi,Nanjing, Jiaxin, Rugao, Yangzhou, etc. Excluding the modern replica, classical gardens demonstrate the essence of Chinese culture. They are all private ones instead of imperial and public gardens. The specialized garden photographer has especially chosen unique moments to take dreamlike pictures. Interpreted with words, this book unfolds the wonderful gardens in the legends. It's prose and pictures with academic value.

Publisher Profile

Established in 1989, Yilin Press is a subsidiary company of Phoenix Publishing and Media Group,the largest and most powerful publishing group in China. An award-winning translation publisher in China, Yilin Press publishes over 800 titles every year, with the annual sales over 400 million RMB. Yilin Press has established an international reputation for its commitment to serving the general public, its editorial expertise, and dedication to the translation and publishing of world culture and...    more about

Author Profile

Yuan Yisan, prestigious professor, doctor advisor, Director of National Research Center of Historic Cities， expert in world heritage conservation.