RARE treatise written by Chu Hsi, a great Chinese philosopher of the 12th century AD, who compiled this "instruction book" for accomplishing religious rituals at home. As Chu Hsi was one of the greatest Chinese thinkers, this work is not just a dry description, but rather a complex evidence for the immensely rich culture of earlier China. The book, translated, annotated and introduced by a leading American scholar of Chinese civilization, gives fascinating insights into religious beliefs, habits and social norms in ancient China. Includes an introduction and annotations by the translator, 16 b&w figures that illustratively accompany the text, as well as 29 pages showing b&w copies of the Chinese text. 245x165mm. XXXI+234 pages. Green and white cloth Hardcover with dust-jacket. Gilt spine. Jacket rear upper corner slightly creased. [SUMMARY]: This immense scholarly undertaking in the field of Chinese studies is in very good condition.