The strokes used in Chinese characters were originally fashioned
after bird tracks and shadows cast by trees. They are beautifully
expressive even to those who do not understand their meaning. To the
Chinese, writing is not only a means of communication, it also has
the force to transform reality. The book in this box introduces the
history of Chinese writing and gives many examples of the way in
which simple brush strokes are combined to convey not only words but
also complete ideas. The Chinese character tattoos that accompany the
book can be harmlessly and temporarily adhered to the body for a
wonderful and exotic effect
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